Several Walmart employees have either gotten into physical fight with shoplifters or customers or taken tantrums after being treated badly by the management that doesn't show them respect. In most cases it is difficult to know for certain that this might have something to do with their union busting tactics, but it is a possibility worth considering. They definitely have a problem with their employee training, whether it's related to union busting or not.
This doesn't mean they have problems with all their employees, of course and most of them do very good work but as one of these employees made it clear she's fed up when she doesn't get a reasonable amount of respect from management and made it clear that everyone in the store knew it. She later made it clear that she regretted disturbing others, but many people may also understand how frustrating it can be dealing with Walmart bureaucracy. Another two employees were attacked after allegedly smashing a customers bread, or attacked a customer for being disrespectful; a third one was accused of giving a black eye to a small child; and another was fired for locking a co-worker in the freezer.
There was also a story about a security guard being accused of tackling a shoplifter and making it hard for her to breathe saying, "If you can talk, you can breathe." If this report goes as many others have in the past and they need someone to blame he may fond out that the people that trained him won't even be investigated and that he'll take all the blame. It shouldn't be surprising that after cutting their workforce while increasing the size of the store that in addition to having people steal entire shopping carts without paying they now even have people attempting to steal refrigerators.
It's not unreasonable to suspect this might be more likely when large corporations are trying to squeeze all their employees and customers for every penny they can.
Walmart's crime problem have been climbing for decades and there have been many complaints about it at the grassroots level yet politicians have been ramming these stores through despite these complaints and the police often commend them for the way they've helped with the problem conveniently omitting and discussion about how they got this bad in the first place. However if people look close enough there are hints about how frustrated some police get and good reason to believe that they're under political pressure to cover for them.
There have been dozens of articles over the years about police dealing with these problems often changing their statements after meeting with representatives from Walmart or politicians; but one of the articles this month is so incredible that only the most uninformed people won't see right through it. Police in Texas have commended Walmart for their "Restorative Justice" program at the same time the same program has been exposed as "extortion" in a California court and officials in Indiana and Wisconsin have also taken steps to speak out against this outrageous program, which reduces reports of shoplifting as long as the suspects agree to pay them $400 up front for an on-line course about shoplifting or $500 in installments. Of course, many of these people can't afford it, and some of the prosecutors that have said that if they don't pay there will be no prosecution or investigation, since by declining to report it immediately Walmart makes it more difficult for the police the police to gather evidence.
Shoplifters in those states already know this program is a laughing stock; but it's a clear attempt to profit off of crime instead of trying to prevent it.
And not surprisingly, even though they decline to report many of the minor shoplifting cases, the major crimes are going up, including shootings with at least eleven this month and a total of at least one hundred for the year which is only four less than last years record breaking total.
At least one of these shootings injured a man who went to his car to get his own gun and started shooting at the store; and there were several more injuries, including at least one employee who was injured. Four of these shootings were officer involved shootings and three of those resulted in deaths, and several of them also led to chases and crashes. Two of the three shootings that led to deaths didn't take place on the premises, but they followed chases and crashes that resulted from activities that began at Walmart.
There were at least fifteen additional gun related crimes or panics, including several road rage, carjacking or hostage incidents and plenty of robberies. Some of them have led to additional chases and crashes and a pistol whipping of a robbery victim; and one incident where a cop was punched by a suspect who killed a different police officer several days later off the premises, in an incident that may not be related.
In addition to the three people killed in officer involved shootings there was another that died after struggling with police trying to arrest him and two bodies found in parking lots. There was one more death in a crash where a fleeing shoplifter abandoned his son dying in the crash to run from the police.
This means the death toll at Walmart or connected to chases that began at Walmart is at least seven for the month.
There is, of course a lot of outrage about this father who abandoned his own son to die in a crash while he fled police, and rightfully so; however there is rarely as much outrage about people that control large institution and rig them so that they ensure that wages will be suppressed for the majority while also cutting educational opportunities or social programs that address the problems that come as a result of this. This includes outrage over Walmart union busting activities or cuts in service and misleading advertising that leads to an inevitable increase in crime at their own stores.
It's easy to say this is the lame "it's societies fault" excuse; but it's not all of societies fault at all. the lion share of the fault lies at the top with the people that ahve access to the best research who don't act on it to reduce violence, instead using it to rig the economic system even more, even though this increases violence.
There were several more high speed chases or crashes and injuries on the premises, including one from last month where the video is only coming out this month where suspects were throwing electronic devices out the window as they were being chased by police, and another where someone crashed into the store, which is getting more common, like a lot of other major crimes.
There were several fires including at least one arson setting merchandise on fire and a couple vehicles bursting into flames. There were only three knife attacks listed this month, which is low, although a few years ago it would have been considered typical or perhaps high.
Just because police risk their lives, at times fighting crime at Walmart, doesn't mean that they can get away with shoplifting, although once again another officer, working off-duty as a security guard at Walmart, tried. They might not have to worry most of the time when they shoot and kill people on duty, or in many cases off duty; but if they try to steal from Walmart even using the self-check out lane, which is clearly increasing their crime problems they get prosecuted and fired just like everyone else.
Walmart must have known for years that their self-check out lanes have been increasing arguments and often take as much employee time to deal with people with problems or in extra security to catch people that try to steal at them; yet instead of cutting back on automated technology they're increasing it. It doesn't take a genius to realize this will inevitably get even worse.
Walmart is being sued or targeted for crashes that happened on their premises, the opioid epidemic which they're profiting from and declining to report on excessive sales, they've had another recall due to listeria contamination which seems to happen every month or so, and an elderly greeter is demanding answers after being fired for not turning in a dollar she found on the floor on her way out of work, even though she handed it over the next day. And of course there are plenty of people that are expressing outrage of their efforts to profit off of Christmas turning a religious holiday in to a shopping frenzy which will inevitably lead to another increase in crime that happens every year in November and December, including Black Friday riots.
Walmart is receiving record breaking tax incentives for their new headquarters, giving them another government sponsored advantage over their competition and The city of Tacoma is the latest city to be stuck with a massive legal bill for standing up to Walmart, although like many other cities that have attempted to stand up to Walmart they were sued by local developers so that Walmart doesn't have to take the blame.
The result is the same this oligarchy was created with a major advantage from the government as a result of their political connections not because they keep their customers or employees happy.
Tax Payer money is subsidizing this increase in crime problem!
And, apparently buying Salmon at Walmart and a couple other major retailers is subsidizing North Korea's nuclear program since Chines processors are using slave labor contracted out from North Korea and the bulk of their wages goes to their government!
For one reason or another they also have a couple of teens pouring insecticide on children's toys; and a man that says the late Sam Walton owes him $50 decided to collect by eating donuts, Ritz crackers and drinking apple Cider on the premises, kicking over shelves, while he's at it.
For all I know he could be right; Sam Walton was famous for panhandling change from his own workers, because he didn't carry it around.
Strange things happen at Wal-Mart!
In 2006 Wake Up Wal-Mart did a study, "Is Wal-Mart Safe?" based on incidents in 2004, (PDF) about crime at Wal-Mart which showed that it increased when Wal-Marts opened up and that crime was higher at Wal-Mart than at other retailers. Since then Wal-Mart Shootings began compiling a list of gun related incidents at Wal-Mart and demonstrated that they have a large number of them, including on average more than one shooting per week somewhere in the country. In January of 2014 another study, "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" provided additional statistical research indicating that Wal-Mart might be contributing to higher crime rates or at least a slowing of the decline in crime. The study found that. “on average, communities with Walmarts had 17 more property crimes and two more violent crimes per 10,000 people than those communities without Walmarts.” I reviewed this more in Wal-Mart’s crime problem, Rolling Back Safety more than prices? where I explained that although this study is helpful they could have done better with additional data that is available and I reviewed some of that. I also added my own review about why I think that Wal-Mart policies have been contributing to higher crime in a previous blog, Wal-Mart high crime rate continues un-investigaterd and have provided additional information under the author tag Walmart Crime Watch.
Stacy Mitchell has also compiled a list of other studies about Wal-Mart and how they impact society, Key Studies on Big-Box Retail & Independent Business. To the best of my knowledge Wal-Mart has done as little as they seem to get away with, often relying on rhetoric that isn't backed up with action, when it comes to addressing any of their critics concerns, including crime. One of the responses they’ve come up with is what they call "Restorative Justice" which gives first time shoplifters a chance to avoid being arrested or any criminal record if they take an on line course which costs $400 up front or $500 in payments, plus perhaps, reparations. This has been part of the privatization process and often denies suspects of the due process or access to a lawyer, perhaps even intimidating and extorting from some people that might not even be guilty. Walmart seems to be trying to find a way to turn crime into a profit making situation instead of looking for the most effective ways to reduce it. Making Change at Walmart is asking If you or someone you know has gone through @Walmart's "Restorative Justice" program for first-time suspected shoplifters, send us a DM. 03/30/2017 to ensure that it isn’t doing more harm than good. I did my own review of this program as well at Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime. The following are a list of incidents that occurred in October 2017. According to the "Is Wal-Mart Safe?" the average store in their sampling had 250 incidents per year, indicating that these are only a fraction of the crime reports at Wal-Mart, and presumably, the ones most likely to make the news on the internet nationwide. This isn't statistically representative, as the 2006 or the "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" study or some of the studies cited by Stacy Mitchell; but it does provide some additional information that may help recognize how many problems there are at Wal-Mart.
Police seek two in Hudson NH Walmart scam 10/02/2017
8 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Walmart Bike 10/02/2017
Colorado Walmart asst. manager indicted for fraud, money laundering 10/036/2017
NM Walmart stabbing suspect claims she was protecting fiance 10/02/2017
Suspect Sought Who Snatched Purse From Elderly Woman Outside Wal-Mart 10/03/2017
Walmart, Wisconsin center seek dismissal of shooting lawsuit 10/03/2017
Police: Boy Dies In Crash As Dad Flees From Pa. Walmart Theft 10/03/2017
TULLYTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — A 2-year-old boy was killed in a multi-car accident on Tuesday after police say his father crashed his car while fleeing from a Walmart theft.
Authorities say the suspect, Christopher Kuhn, of Hamilton, NJ, fled in a gold Jeep following a theft of $228 worth of merchandise from Walmart.
According to investigators, Kuhn ran a red light, t-boned another car, which then crashed into a third vehicle at Levittown Parkway and Bristol Pike. The young boy, who was in the car, was ejected into the roadway.
Kuhn ran away after the crash, police said, pausing to look at his injured son on the roadway before fleeing. Officers ran after Kuhn, catching and arresting him, while others tended to the toddler, the affidavit said. Complete article
TULLYTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — A 2-year-old boy was killed in a multi-car accident on Tuesday after police say his father crashed his car while fleeing from a Walmart theft.
Authorities say the suspect, Christopher Kuhn, of Hamilton, NJ, fled in a gold Jeep following a theft of $228 worth of merchandise from Walmart.
According to investigators, Kuhn ran a red light, t-boned another car, which then crashed into a third vehicle at Levittown Parkway and Bristol Pike. The young boy, who was in the car, was ejected into the roadway.
Kuhn ran away after the crash, police said, pausing to look at his injured son on the roadway before fleeing. Officers ran after Kuhn, catching and arresting him, while others tended to the toddler, the affidavit said. Complete article
Man found dead in Ga. Walmart parking lot 10/03/2017
A man was found dead in his car in the Walmart parking lot Tuesday afternoon.
First responders arrived on scene to find the man already deceased in a white SUV.
The Bartow County coroner was called to the scene, but no information was released on the man’s identity. Complete article
Identity released of man found dead in Walmart parking lot 10/04/2017
A man was found dead in his car in the Walmart parking lot Tuesday afternoon.
First responders arrived on scene to find the man already deceased in a white SUV.
The Bartow County coroner was called to the scene, but no information was released on the man’s identity. Complete article
Identity released of man found dead in Walmart parking lot 10/04/2017
Police: Shoplifting suspect drank a beer, ate a corn dog at Ky. Walmart 10/03/2017
SHEPHERDSVILLE, KY (WAVE) - A Kentucky man is accused of shoplifting from an area Walmart, but it's what else he allegedly did that's got law enforcement officials raising eyebrows.
David Pethel, 55, "and his suspicious actions" landed him in the Bullitt County Jail recently.
The Shepherdsville Police Department posted on its Facebook page on Friday that the day before Pethel walked into the Walmart store there and caught the attention of the loss-prevention team.
"As they followed the suspect, they witnessed him place $241 worth of items in his cart, drink a 20-ounce beer and eat a corn dog," the post read. Complete article
SHEPHERDSVILLE, KY (WAVE) - A Kentucky man is accused of shoplifting from an area Walmart, but it's what else he allegedly did that's got law enforcement officials raising eyebrows.
David Pethel, 55, "and his suspicious actions" landed him in the Bullitt County Jail recently.
The Shepherdsville Police Department posted on its Facebook page on Friday that the day before Pethel walked into the Walmart store there and caught the attention of the loss-prevention team.
"As they followed the suspect, they witnessed him place $241 worth of items in his cart, drink a 20-ounce beer and eat a corn dog," the post read. Complete article
AP Investigation: Americans buying salmon at Walmart, ALDI may have subsidized North Korea as it builds nukes program 10/04/2017
HUNCHUN, China — AP Investigation: Americans buying salmon at Walmart, ALDI may have subsidized North Korea as it builds nukes program.
Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Complete article
NKorean workers prep seafood going to US stores, restaurants 10/04/2017
HUNCHUN, China (AP) — The workers wake up each morning on metal bunk beds in fluorescent-lit Chinese dormitories, North Koreans outsourced by their government to process seafood that ends up in American stores and homes.
Privacy is forbidden. They cannot leave their compounds without permission. They must take the few steps to the factories in pairs or groups, with North Korean minders ensuring no one strays. They have no access to telephones or email. And they are paid a fraction of their salaries, while the rest — as much as 70 percent — is taken by North Korea’s government.
This means Americans buying salmon for dinner at Walmart or ALDI may inadvertently have subsidized the North Korean government as it builds its nuclear weapons program, an AP investigation has found. Their purchases may also have supported what the United States calls “modern day slavery” — even if the jobs are highly coveted by North Koreans.
HUNCHUN, China — AP Investigation: Americans buying salmon at Walmart, ALDI may have subsidized North Korea as it builds nukes program.
Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Complete article
NKorean workers prep seafood going to US stores, restaurants 10/04/2017
HUNCHUN, China (AP) — The workers wake up each morning on metal bunk beds in fluorescent-lit Chinese dormitories, North Koreans outsourced by their government to process seafood that ends up in American stores and homes.
Privacy is forbidden. They cannot leave their compounds without permission. They must take the few steps to the factories in pairs or groups, with North Korean minders ensuring no one strays. They have no access to telephones or email. And they are paid a fraction of their salaries, while the rest — as much as 70 percent — is taken by North Korea’s government.
This means Americans buying salmon for dinner at Walmart or ALDI may inadvertently have subsidized the North Korean government as it builds its nuclear weapons program, an AP investigation has found. Their purchases may also have supported what the United States calls “modern day slavery” — even if the jobs are highly coveted by North Koreans.
NC Walmart larceny suspects face 33 charges 10/03/2017
NM Walmart employee accused of embezzling thousands of dollars 10/03/2017
Man Arrested For Allegedly Taking Upskirt Photo Of Woman In NJ Walmart 10/04/2017
Carjacking suspect dead after officer-involved shooting in Wash. Walmart parking lot 10/04/2017
SPOKANE, Wash. - One man is dead after being shot by Spokane police officers in the parking lot of the Shadle Walmart late Wednesday afternoon.
Just after 4:45 p.m., SPD officers located a stolen 1994 Ford Explorer from a carjacking and shooting which occurred on Monday morning in the 8200 block of N. Crestline Street. The owner of the vehicle was hospitalized with gunshot wounds as a result of the carjacking.
Upon locating the vehicle, officers waited nearby while watching the occupied vehicle and waiting for other officers to respond before taking any action. Officers moved in to block the vehicle from any escape route, stop any potential pursuits, and limit safety threats to the community since the vehicle had already been involved in a carjacking and shooting two days earlier. They believed the driver of the vehicle may be armed because of this. Complete article
New details in Shadle Walmart shooting 10/06/2017
Officers involved in Shadle Walmart shooting identified 10/12/2017
SPOKANE, Wash. - One man is dead after being shot by Spokane police officers in the parking lot of the Shadle Walmart late Wednesday afternoon.
Just after 4:45 p.m., SPD officers located a stolen 1994 Ford Explorer from a carjacking and shooting which occurred on Monday morning in the 8200 block of N. Crestline Street. The owner of the vehicle was hospitalized with gunshot wounds as a result of the carjacking.
Upon locating the vehicle, officers waited nearby while watching the occupied vehicle and waiting for other officers to respond before taking any action. Officers moved in to block the vehicle from any escape route, stop any potential pursuits, and limit safety threats to the community since the vehicle had already been involved in a carjacking and shooting two days earlier. They believed the driver of the vehicle may be armed because of this. Complete article
New details in Shadle Walmart shooting 10/06/2017
Officers involved in Shadle Walmart shooting identified 10/12/2017
Man suspected of shoplifting pulls gun on loss prevention officers at Ga. Walmart 10/05/2017
MORROW, GA (CBS46) - Police are searching for a shoplifting suspect accused of pulling a gun on Walmart loss prevention officers who were confronting him.
According to the Morrow Police Department, the man was caught trying to steal two hover boards from the location around 11 a.m. on September 24. When the loss prevention officers confronted him, he pulled out a black, semi-automatic handgun and told them "get away or else".
The officers backed off and the man escaped in a beige-colored Saturn SUV. Complete article
MORROW, GA (CBS46) - Police are searching for a shoplifting suspect accused of pulling a gun on Walmart loss prevention officers who were confronting him.
According to the Morrow Police Department, the man was caught trying to steal two hover boards from the location around 11 a.m. on September 24. When the loss prevention officers confronted him, he pulled out a black, semi-automatic handgun and told them "get away or else".
The officers backed off and the man escaped in a beige-colored Saturn SUV. Complete article
Hubbardston Mass. family suing Walmart over crash that killed daughter, injured son 10/05/2017
WORCESTER – The parents of a Quabbin Regional High School senior killed in a 2016 crash on Route 62 in Barre are suing Walmart, alleging that the company installed tires improperly on her vehicle.
Brittany Murch, 17, was killed, and her brother Griffin Murch, 15, seriously injured, when the car Miss Murch was driving slid off the road and struck a tree Feb. 24, 2016. The crash occurred on a day when school had been delayed two hours because of the weather, with police at the time saying icy roads may have been a factor.
The lawsuit was filed May 4 in U.S. District Court. Miss Murch’s parents, Michele and Robert, argue that the Walmart Tire & Lube center in Gardner acted negligently when it installed her tires in fall 2015. The lawsuit alleges Walmart, contrary to industry standards, installed two new tires on the front of her vehicle instead of the rear, resulting in a tread imbalance that led to the car spinning out. Complete article
WORCESTER – The parents of a Quabbin Regional High School senior killed in a 2016 crash on Route 62 in Barre are suing Walmart, alleging that the company installed tires improperly on her vehicle.
Brittany Murch, 17, was killed, and her brother Griffin Murch, 15, seriously injured, when the car Miss Murch was driving slid off the road and struck a tree Feb. 24, 2016. The crash occurred on a day when school had been delayed two hours because of the weather, with police at the time saying icy roads may have been a factor.
The lawsuit was filed May 4 in U.S. District Court. Miss Murch’s parents, Michele and Robert, argue that the Walmart Tire & Lube center in Gardner acted negligently when it installed her tires in fall 2015. The lawsuit alleges Walmart, contrary to industry standards, installed two new tires on the front of her vehicle instead of the rear, resulting in a tread imbalance that led to the car spinning out. Complete article
Woman arrested on drug complaints at Okla. Walmart 10/04/2017
LCSO looking for Fla. Walmart theft suspect 10/04/2017
Mount Joy woman sought for suspected retail theft at Lancaster Pa. Walmart 10/04/2017
Suspects in Jan. Mich. Walmart parking lot slayings head toward trial 10/05/2017
Man found dead in car at Chesterfield Va. Walmart dies due to huffing 10/05/2017
CHESTERFIELD, VA (WWBT) - A man, who was found dead in a car at a Chesterfield Walmart back in June, died due to inhaling compressed air, the Medical Examiner said. The cause of his death was difluorethane toxicity, which is an odorless gas.
Chesterfield Police say some of the cans of compressed air that were found outside of the man's car were purchased at the Walmart, located at 900 Walmart Way in Midlothian. His body was found on June 12. Police have not released his name.
"If you huff or sniff a product, it can cause you to go unconscious, and then you can go into cardiac arrest and actually die from it," explained Regina Whitsett with Chesterfield's SAFE program. Complete article
CHESTERFIELD, VA (WWBT) - A man, who was found dead in a car at a Chesterfield Walmart back in June, died due to inhaling compressed air, the Medical Examiner said. The cause of his death was difluorethane toxicity, which is an odorless gas.
Chesterfield Police say some of the cans of compressed air that were found outside of the man's car were purchased at the Walmart, located at 900 Walmart Way in Midlothian. His body was found on June 12. Police have not released his name.
"If you huff or sniff a product, it can cause you to go unconscious, and then you can go into cardiac arrest and actually die from it," explained Regina Whitsett with Chesterfield's SAFE program. Complete article
O’Fallon Missouri Walmart temporarily placed on lockdown 10/05/2017
O'FALLON, Mo. - O'Fallon police were called to the Walmart Supercenter Thursday evening as the store was placed on lockdown.
Several police vehicles were seen outside the store, located at Highway K and Mexico Road, just south of Interstate 70.
City police and SWAT members responded and took one person into custody. Officers could be observed taking pictures of a blue SUV in the parking lot. Customers told a Fox 2 news crew at the scene they noticed police confronting an individual near the vehicle. .....
Police located the vehicle in the Walmart parking lot around 8 p.m. The parking lot was cordoned off as additional police arrived on scene. The person in the vehicle was apprehended about 20 minutes later in a different part of the parking lot. Police said they located a firearm inside the vehicle. Complete article
O'FALLON, Mo. - O'Fallon police were called to the Walmart Supercenter Thursday evening as the store was placed on lockdown.
Several police vehicles were seen outside the store, located at Highway K and Mexico Road, just south of Interstate 70.
City police and SWAT members responded and took one person into custody. Officers could be observed taking pictures of a blue SUV in the parking lot. Customers told a Fox 2 news crew at the scene they noticed police confronting an individual near the vehicle. .....
Police located the vehicle in the Walmart parking lot around 8 p.m. The parking lot was cordoned off as additional police arrived on scene. The person in the vehicle was apprehended about 20 minutes later in a different part of the parking lot. Police said they located a firearm inside the vehicle. Complete article
No Injuries After Vehicle Fire at Missouri Walmart 10/05/2017
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Mo. - No injuries were reported after a vehicle fire in Mountain View.
The fire took place September 25 in the Walmart parking lot. A report from the Mountain View Police Department states officers were called to the scene just after 11 am and reported that the vehicle doors were locked. Police officers attempted to put out the fire, which was concentrated underneath the hood, but were unable to due to the hood being closed. The vehicle owner arrived at the scene and attempted to give officers the keys to the car, but by then the vehicle was too hot to access.
During the fire, there were small explosions under the hood, with the hood latch flying off the vehicle and hitting a Walmart employee in the foot. Complete article
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Mo. - No injuries were reported after a vehicle fire in Mountain View.
The fire took place September 25 in the Walmart parking lot. A report from the Mountain View Police Department states officers were called to the scene just after 11 am and reported that the vehicle doors were locked. Police officers attempted to put out the fire, which was concentrated underneath the hood, but were unable to due to the hood being closed. The vehicle owner arrived at the scene and attempted to give officers the keys to the car, but by then the vehicle was too hot to access.
During the fire, there were small explosions under the hood, with the hood latch flying off the vehicle and hitting a Walmart employee in the foot. Complete article
Call It The Walmart Effect: Large Retailers Step In As EPA Tries To Roll Back Chemical Safety 10/05/2017
Just as the Trump administration tries to hollow out a new law that protects consumers from toxic chemicals, some unexpected champions of safer products are stepping up to the plate and leading the charge: retailers.
Last week, Walmart released an ambitious update to its 2013 chemicals policy. Two other retail giants – Target and CVS – are among a growing number of companies that are now taking steps to scale up chemical safety. By leading the way, these corporations are showing, with tangible and measurable actions, that their consumers demand safe and healthy products. Complete article
Just as the Trump administration tries to hollow out a new law that protects consumers from toxic chemicals, some unexpected champions of safer products are stepping up to the plate and leading the charge: retailers.
Last week, Walmart released an ambitious update to its 2013 chemicals policy. Two other retail giants – Target and CVS – are among a growing number of companies that are now taking steps to scale up chemical safety. By leading the way, these corporations are showing, with tangible and measurable actions, that their consumers demand safe and healthy products. Complete article
Walmart and Cabela's pull 'bump stocks' from online shopping websites 10/05/2017
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — A bump stock is something most people haven't heard of until this week.
But following the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history, it's now become the center of attention, with some online retailers pulling the device from their websites. ....
Since Sunday night's tragedy, the device has become a hot commodity, with one gun store owner telling Channel 7 they're pretty much sold out nationwide. Complete article
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — A bump stock is something most people haven't heard of until this week.
But following the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history, it's now become the center of attention, with some online retailers pulling the device from their websites. ....
Since Sunday night's tragedy, the device has become a hot commodity, with one gun store owner telling Channel 7 they're pretty much sold out nationwide. Complete article
Police ask for help identifying man accused of taking refrigerator from Pa. Walmart 10/06/2017
Woman wanted for in $1,000 Ky. Walmart theft 10/06/2017
Police: WSU football players arrested trying to steal merchandise from Wash. Walmart 10/05/2017
Police: “Tricky” change scam targets Tx. Walmart cashiers 10/04/2017
Pottstown woman admits to assaulting Pa. Walmart workers 10/06/2017
Police: Arizona couple caught with cocaine, meth, cash at Bristol Va. Walmart 10/05/2017
Alleged Oct. 2015 Pa. Walmart shooter denied bid to replace attorney; trial date stands 10/06/2017
Sheriff: Object found in Bristol, Va. Walmart parking lot not a bomb; scene cleared 10/06/2017
Urbana woman accused of stealing from her Ill. Walmart cash drawer 10/06/2017
Woman maced Clayton NC Walmart employee, fled with hundreds in electronics, police say 10/06/2017
CLAYTON, N.C. (WNCN) — Clayton Police are asking the public to help them identify a woman stole hundreds of dollars of electronics from a Walmart on Thursday night and maced a Walmart employee as she made her getaway.
The woman had loaded six CD/DVD combination players, valued at $950, into a shopping cart at the Walmart at 805 Town Centre Boulevard, police said. When an employee asked for her receipt as she left the store, she responded with mace, according to authorities.
She loaded the combination players into a dark four-door sedan and got away, police said. Complete article
CLAYTON, N.C. (WNCN) — Clayton Police are asking the public to help them identify a woman stole hundreds of dollars of electronics from a Walmart on Thursday night and maced a Walmart employee as she made her getaway.
The woman had loaded six CD/DVD combination players, valued at $950, into a shopping cart at the Walmart at 805 Town Centre Boulevard, police said. When an employee asked for her receipt as she left the store, she responded with mace, according to authorities.
She loaded the combination players into a dark four-door sedan and got away, police said. Complete article
Shoplifter Takes $1,900 in Goods from SC Walmart 10/06/2017
Police investigating bomb threat at Heights-area Houston Tx. Walmart 10/06/2017
2 Lebanon men charged after stealing a debit card and using it at Pa. Walmart 10/05/2017
Authorities investigate suspicious item in Va. Walmart parking lot 10/07/2017 Pressure cooker was empty, no bomb
Hurricane Nate: Walmart closing stores along Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana Gulf Coast 10/07/2017
Police: Man gets shot inside Md. Walmart then gets gun from parking lot and shoots at store 10/08/2017
ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (ABC7) — A man was shot inside a Walmart in Ellicott City then went out to the parking lot and got a gun of his own and started shooting at the store overnight, according to authorities. Howard County Police say they were called to the Walmart in the 3200 block of North Ridge Road at around 12:00 a.m. for a reported fight where gunshots went off.
Officers say they got to the scene and found the man with a bullet wound and had him taken to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center.
Authorities only described his injury as "non-fatal."
Police say the man was shot during a fight inside the Walmart then went and got a gun from a vehicle in the parking lot before shooting the store. Complete article
Police: Man Shot Stranger in Face Inside Maryland Walmart arrest made 10/13/2017
ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (ABC7) — A man was shot inside a Walmart in Ellicott City then went out to the parking lot and got a gun of his own and started shooting at the store overnight, according to authorities. Howard County Police say they were called to the Walmart in the 3200 block of North Ridge Road at around 12:00 a.m. for a reported fight where gunshots went off.
Officers say they got to the scene and found the man with a bullet wound and had him taken to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center.
Authorities only described his injury as "non-fatal."
Police say the man was shot during a fight inside the Walmart then went and got a gun from a vehicle in the parking lot before shooting the store. Complete article
Police: Man Shot Stranger in Face Inside Maryland Walmart arrest made 10/13/2017
Kingman man accused in knife attack at Kingman Ariz. Walmart 10/09/2017
KINGMAN — A Kingman man was arrested on suspicion of attacking a Las Vegas man with a knife at a local department store.
Adam Wade Bryant, 27, is charged with three counts of felony aggravated assault, three counts of felony disorderly conduct and misdemeanor disorderly conduct, Kingman Chief Deputy Rusty Cooper said.
Bryant was arrested around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday at the Walmart store in the 3300 block of Stockton Hill Road after he allegedly attacked the man and threatened to stab others during a disturbance at the store.
Police officers arrived and found several people attempting to restrain Bryant. Bryant was finally arrested after a brief scuffle with an officer. It isn’t known if alcohol or drugs were involved. Complete article
KINGMAN — A Kingman man was arrested on suspicion of attacking a Las Vegas man with a knife at a local department store.
Adam Wade Bryant, 27, is charged with three counts of felony aggravated assault, three counts of felony disorderly conduct and misdemeanor disorderly conduct, Kingman Chief Deputy Rusty Cooper said.
Bryant was arrested around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday at the Walmart store in the 3300 block of Stockton Hill Road after he allegedly attacked the man and threatened to stab others during a disturbance at the store.
Police officers arrived and found several people attempting to restrain Bryant. Bryant was finally arrested after a brief scuffle with an officer. It isn’t known if alcohol or drugs were involved. Complete article
ECSO: Molino Man Caught In Lewd Act Outside Fla. Walmart 10/09/2017
Police: Walmart thieves shop and steal at the same time 10/10/2017
Bayonne NJ Walmart evacuated after bomb threat 10/10/2017
Police: YMCA thief stole credit cards, made purchases at Missouri Walmart 10/10/2017
18-year-old accused of stabbing at Centralia Wash. Walmart 10/10/2017
CENTRALIA, Wash. (AP) - An 18-year-old man has been charged with first-degree assault for allegations that he stabbed another teen in the chest at a Walmart.
The Chronicle reports (http://bit.ly/2yc2xQl ) that Onalaska resident Jose F. Chagolla-Flores is being held on $500,000 bail after making his first court appearance on Monday.
Lewis County Deputy Prosecutor Sara Beigh said she requested the high bail because Chagolla-Flores' statements about his gang affiliation, suspicion that he had ties to California and a sealed juvenile record. Defense attorney Rachael Tiller asked his bail to remain at $100,000.
Court documents state the victim "was not cooperative with officers." He underwent surgery to repair the damage done by the stabbing. Complete article
CENTRALIA, Wash. (AP) - An 18-year-old man has been charged with first-degree assault for allegations that he stabbed another teen in the chest at a Walmart.
The Chronicle reports (http://bit.ly/2yc2xQl ) that Onalaska resident Jose F. Chagolla-Flores is being held on $500,000 bail after making his first court appearance on Monday.
Lewis County Deputy Prosecutor Sara Beigh said she requested the high bail because Chagolla-Flores' statements about his gang affiliation, suspicion that he had ties to California and a sealed juvenile record. Defense attorney Rachael Tiller asked his bail to remain at $100,000.
Court documents state the victim "was not cooperative with officers." He underwent surgery to repair the damage done by the stabbing. Complete article
Tx. Walmart employee held hostage during armed robbery 10/11/2017
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Two gunmen held an employee at gunpoint inside of a Walmart in northwest Harris County, according to police.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says that the robbery happened just before 9 p.m. last night.
According to deputies, the gunmen forced the employee to the back of the store to open the safe, but the employee didn't know the code. Complete article
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Two gunmen held an employee at gunpoint inside of a Walmart in northwest Harris County, according to police.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says that the robbery happened just before 9 p.m. last night.
According to deputies, the gunmen forced the employee to the back of the store to open the safe, but the employee didn't know the code. Complete article
Police search for suspect in shooting in Tx. Walmart parking lot 10/10/2017
Corpus Christi police are searching for a suspect in a shooting in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday morning.
According to Public Information Officer Travis Pace, several gunshots were fired after two people argued in the parking lot of the store on Greenwood Drive.
The victim was struck in the torso then taken to Christus Spohn Hospital Shoreline to be treated. Complete article
Man in custody in connection with Walmart shooting on SPID 10/13/2017
Corpus Christi police are searching for a suspect in a shooting in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday morning.
According to Public Information Officer Travis Pace, several gunshots were fired after two people argued in the parking lot of the store on Greenwood Drive.
The victim was struck in the torso then taken to Christus Spohn Hospital Shoreline to be treated. Complete article
Man in custody in connection with Walmart shooting on SPID 10/13/2017
Man struck by hit-and-run driver in Nebraska Walmart parking lot 10/10/2017
A 70-year-old man suffered a fractured pelvis when he was struck by the back end of a vehicle in the parking lot of the north Walmart Monday.
The victim of the hit-and-run accident was Thomas Porter. He was hit by a brown four-door sedan at about 2:20 p.m. Complete article
A 70-year-old man suffered a fractured pelvis when he was struck by the back end of a vehicle in the parking lot of the north Walmart Monday.
The victim of the hit-and-run accident was Thomas Porter. He was hit by a brown four-door sedan at about 2:20 p.m. Complete article
Police: Woman runs over brother in Lebanon Walmart parking lot 10/09/2017
The Lebanon Police Department arrested a woman on felony assault charges after she allegedly ran over her brother in the Walmart parking lot on Sunday night. Two children were in the vehicle at the time of the crash.
Melissa Louise Bennett, 35, of Vida, was charged with second-degree assault in Linn County Circuit Court on Monday afternoon. Judge Carol Bispham set her bail at $50,000, as requested by the prosecution, and the next hearing in the case is scheduled for Oct. 26. .....
“He stepped out of the passenger door, and ran to the front of the car to the hood. He lifted up the front of the hood and reached his hand in. She waited about three seconds. She floored it,” Saathoff said.
The 21-year-old backpedaled away, Saathoff added.
“He tripped, he fell backwards and she ran him completely over, with both the front and rear tires of the driver’s side,” Saathoff said. “She looked like she was going to keep on driving.” Complete article
The Lebanon Police Department arrested a woman on felony assault charges after she allegedly ran over her brother in the Walmart parking lot on Sunday night. Two children were in the vehicle at the time of the crash.
Melissa Louise Bennett, 35, of Vida, was charged with second-degree assault in Linn County Circuit Court on Monday afternoon. Judge Carol Bispham set her bail at $50,000, as requested by the prosecution, and the next hearing in the case is scheduled for Oct. 26. .....
“He stepped out of the passenger door, and ran to the front of the car to the hood. He lifted up the front of the hood and reached his hand in. She waited about three seconds. She floored it,” Saathoff said.
The 21-year-old backpedaled away, Saathoff added.
“He tripped, he fell backwards and she ran him completely over, with both the front and rear tires of the driver’s side,” Saathoff said. “She looked like she was going to keep on driving.” Complete article
Decatur police asking for help identifying Alabama Walmart theft suspects 10/10/2017
Two nabbed at eastside Lafayette Ind. Walmart face drug charges 10/09/2017
Buffalo NY woman admits stealing $4,300 as Walmart cashier 10/11/2017
Copperas Cove: Two sought in Tx. Walmart electronics theft 10/10/2017
Tenn. Walmart cashier accused of stealing over $3k from employer 10/11/2017
Man arrested after allegedly shoplifting from Wash. Walmart 10/10/2017
ECSO: Molino man caught In lewd act outside Fla. Walmart 10/10/2017
Off-duty deputy spots wanted man at Ind. Walmart 10/10/2017
Man arrested for upskirting at Mesa Ariz. Walmart store 10/10/2017
Robber steals nearly $3K worth of cigarettes from Central NY Walmart, police say 10/11/2017
Oklahoma City police investigating say ‘suspicious’ briefcase was simply left behind 10/11/2017
Thwarted attempt to steal cart full of Pa. Walmart merchandise under investigation 10/11/2017
Man Involved In Brooklyn Center Minn. Walmart Sept. 2016 Shooting Sentenced To Probation 10/11/2017
POLICE REPORTS: Woman cited for theft after skipping six items at Tx. Walmart checkout 10/11/2017
Bomb threat closed Springfield Mass. Walmart store 10/12/2017
Indian County deputies arrest man they say called in fake bomb threat to Fla. Walmart in March 10/11/2017
Walmart employee shot in parking lot in DeKalb County Ga. 10/11/2017
DEKALB COUNTY, GA (CBS46) - Police say a Walmart employee was shot in the parking lot of the store late Wednesday.
The shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. at the store in the 2500 block of North Decatur Road in Decatur.
A spokesperson with the DeKalb County Police Department says the employee got into a dispute with the suspect in the parking lot when the suspect pulled a handgun from a bag and shot the employee in the hand. Complete article
Walmart employee shot while collecting shopping carts in DeKalb County 10/13/2017
According to an incident report, the employee was collecting shopping carts, and a stranger leaving the store accused the employee of following him.
There was a brief discussion where the employee tried to explain that he was not following anyone, and the exchange of words ended with the other man pulling a gun and firing several shots.
Police: Customers drove wounded Walmart employee to hospital after shooting 10/12/2017 According to police, Erick Smith, 39, was arrested in the incident, which happened around 8:30 p.m.
DEKALB COUNTY, GA (CBS46) - Police say a Walmart employee was shot in the parking lot of the store late Wednesday.
The shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. at the store in the 2500 block of North Decatur Road in Decatur.
A spokesperson with the DeKalb County Police Department says the employee got into a dispute with the suspect in the parking lot when the suspect pulled a handgun from a bag and shot the employee in the hand. Complete article
Walmart employee shot while collecting shopping carts in DeKalb County 10/13/2017
According to an incident report, the employee was collecting shopping carts, and a stranger leaving the store accused the employee of following him.
There was a brief discussion where the employee tried to explain that he was not following anyone, and the exchange of words ended with the other man pulling a gun and firing several shots.
Police: Customers drove wounded Walmart employee to hospital after shooting 10/12/2017 According to police, Erick Smith, 39, was arrested in the incident, which happened around 8:30 p.m.
The Heirs to the Walmart Fortune Just Made $5 Billion in One Day 10/11/2017
High speed chase ends with crash near Ammon Idaho Walmart and one in custody 10/12/2017
Tuesday Night: Watertown NY Walmart Evacuated 10/11/2017
Tacoma’s total bill in Walmart lawsuit: $2.75 million 10/12/2017
The City Council has approved a $2.75 million payment to Allenmore Medical Investors in accordance with an order issued by a U.S. District Court judge who ruled months ago that the city was wrong to apply a moratorium to permit applications for Tacoma’s Walmart.
Judge Ronald B. Leighton ordered Tacoma to pay a little over $2 million in a ruling earlier this year, but attorney’s fees and other charges hadn’t yet been calculated at that point. Those added costs pushed the total to $2.75 million. The City Council approved the payment at Tuesday night’s regular meeting.
AMI filed the lawsuit in 2014 claiming the city, and specific council members, wrongfully applied a moratorium to permit applications that were filed to develop a Walmart in Tacoma. Complete article
The City Council has approved a $2.75 million payment to Allenmore Medical Investors in accordance with an order issued by a U.S. District Court judge who ruled months ago that the city was wrong to apply a moratorium to permit applications for Tacoma’s Walmart.
Judge Ronald B. Leighton ordered Tacoma to pay a little over $2 million in a ruling earlier this year, but attorney’s fees and other charges hadn’t yet been calculated at that point. Those added costs pushed the total to $2.75 million. The City Council approved the payment at Tuesday night’s regular meeting.
AMI filed the lawsuit in 2014 claiming the city, and specific council members, wrongfully applied a moratorium to permit applications that were filed to develop a Walmart in Tacoma. Complete article
Flagstaff Ariz. police involved in deadly shooting outside of Walmart store 10/13/2017
FLAGSTAFF, AZ - Flagstaff police are investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened on Thursday night.
Officers were called to a Walmart store on Huntington Avenue before 10 p.m. for reports of an armed man in the parking lot. When officers arrived, they called to the man before he fired his weapon at officers.
Police returned fire on the subject, killing him.
No officers were injured in the incident. Complete article
FLAGSTAFF, AZ - Flagstaff police are investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened on Thursday night.
Officers were called to a Walmart store on Huntington Avenue before 10 p.m. for reports of an armed man in the parking lot. When officers arrived, they called to the man before he fired his weapon at officers.
Police returned fire on the subject, killing him.
No officers were injured in the incident. Complete article
Eugene Oregon Police: Man with shotgun arrested near Walmart 10/11/2017
EUGENE, Ore. -- A Eugene man with felony warrants was arrested after police say he was walking near a local store with a gun Tuesday.
Eugene Police officers were called to a report of a man walking with a shotgun around the driveway and parking lot area behind the Eugene Walmart on W. 11th Ave.
According to an EPD report, as officers got closer, the man, later identified as 61-year-old George Duane Anderson of Eugene, went into a field behind the store. Complete article
EUGENE, Ore. -- A Eugene man with felony warrants was arrested after police say he was walking near a local store with a gun Tuesday.
Eugene Police officers were called to a report of a man walking with a shotgun around the driveway and parking lot area behind the Eugene Walmart on W. 11th Ave.
According to an EPD report, as officers got closer, the man, later identified as 61-year-old George Duane Anderson of Eugene, went into a field behind the store. Complete article
Bedford Police Looking For Two Accused Of Credit Card Fraud At Ind. Walmart 10/13/2017
Police seek suspects involved in television, speakers theft from Pa. Walmart 10/11/2017
Police need help identifying woman accused of stealing purse at Ga. Wal-Mart 10/13/2017
Four sought for defrauding Walmart in Hudson NH using bogus credit, debit cards 10/13/2017
Winder Ga. police searching for suspect in church, Walmart thefts 10/13/2017
Police: 2 wanted for stealing $900 in media players from Ephrata Pa. Walmart 10/14/2017
Officials: Bomb threat reported at Walmart in Maryland, area evacuated 10/15/2017
Pa. Judge takes on Wal-Mart in opioids fight 10/15/2017
Hardly a sector of society has escaped being touched by the opioid epidemic.
But when it comes to large retail chains, the focus has been primarily on pharmacy policies — until now.
A Westmoreland County judge has raised an issue that she calls “the elephant in the room” — fraudulent merchandise returns that drug users make to fund their addictions.
At a recent meeting with Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio singled out Wal-Mart for criticism and suggested the state be more proactive in addressing the issue.
“This is a real problem that nobody's really talked about,” she said in an interview. “Wal-Mart has to know that they are a huge part of the problem … that they are contributing to this epidemic.”
Wal-Mart did not respond to repeated requests for comment.
Bilik-DeFazio said she has noticed a spike in such cases in the past few years, so much so that she has taken to calling Wednesday, the day set aside for drug pleas, “Wal-Mart court.” Complete article
Hardly a sector of society has escaped being touched by the opioid epidemic.
But when it comes to large retail chains, the focus has been primarily on pharmacy policies — until now.
A Westmoreland County judge has raised an issue that she calls “the elephant in the room” — fraudulent merchandise returns that drug users make to fund their addictions.
At a recent meeting with Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio singled out Wal-Mart for criticism and suggested the state be more proactive in addressing the issue.
“This is a real problem that nobody's really talked about,” she said in an interview. “Wal-Mart has to know that they are a huge part of the problem … that they are contributing to this epidemic.”
Wal-Mart did not respond to repeated requests for comment.
Bilik-DeFazio said she has noticed a spike in such cases in the past few years, so much so that she has taken to calling Wednesday, the day set aside for drug pleas, “Wal-Mart court.” Complete article
Search for suspect continues after shooting at Winfield Alabama Walmart 10/15/2017
WINFIELD, AL (WBRC) - The Winfield Police Department is searching for Roman Chase Banks after a shooting Saturday at a Walmart in Winfield.
According to Chief Brett Burleson, police received a tip about a stolen car. On Saturday afternoon, a car matching the description of the stolen car was seen by police with at least two people inside. Banks was a passenger.
Burleson says officers tried to stop the car. Before that could happen, Banks forced the driver out at gunpoint and drove away.
According to Burleson, police chased Banks as he attempted to hit an officer in the Walmart parking lot. That’s when an officer fired shots at the car, hitting the rear tire. Still, Banks drove back onto the highway, leading officers on a short chase.
Burleson says Banks went off the side of the road and into the woods, where he then tried to ram another police unit and opened fire on the officers. That’s when Banks left the car and ran away. Complete article
WINFIELD, AL (WBRC) - The Winfield Police Department is searching for Roman Chase Banks after a shooting Saturday at a Walmart in Winfield.
According to Chief Brett Burleson, police received a tip about a stolen car. On Saturday afternoon, a car matching the description of the stolen car was seen by police with at least two people inside. Banks was a passenger.
Burleson says officers tried to stop the car. Before that could happen, Banks forced the driver out at gunpoint and drove away.
According to Burleson, police chased Banks as he attempted to hit an officer in the Walmart parking lot. That’s when an officer fired shots at the car, hitting the rear tire. Still, Banks drove back onto the highway, leading officers on a short chase.
Burleson says Banks went off the side of the road and into the woods, where he then tried to ram another police unit and opened fire on the officers. That’s when Banks left the car and ran away. Complete article
GPD: Fla. Walmart thieves used self-checkout 10/16/2017
Lampasas Tx. dealership ransacked, suspect arrested after altercation in Walmart 10/15/2017
Trailer stolen from Tx. Walmart Distribution Center 10/15/2017
Two set to go on trial after Oct. 2015 deadly shooting outside Tx. Walmart 10/14/2017
Human smuggler found at Tx. Walmart with 39 illegal immigrants in trailer pleads guilty, faces life in prison 10/16/2017
Authorities: This man stole tools from Bluffton SC’s Walmart 10/16/2017
Childress Tx. Walmart evacuated due to gas leak 10/16/2017
An Open Letter to Walmart: It's Too Damn Soon to Be Pimping Christmas! 10/17/2017
I love Christmas as much as the next guy. More, probably, because the next guy looks like the kind of person who insists that you include receipts with presents you give to him, so it'll be easier for him to return the ones that suck.
But I also feel that the commercialization of Christmas is currently way more out of hand than when Linus van Pelt first dropped biblical verses on the American public — and you, Walmart, are making things worse.
As exhibit A, I offer my visit this past weekend to one of your branches in Northglenn, where I discovered that a huge portion of the store is already devoted to Christmas. Complete article
I love Christmas as much as the next guy. More, probably, because the next guy looks like the kind of person who insists that you include receipts with presents you give to him, so it'll be easier for him to return the ones that suck.
But I also feel that the commercialization of Christmas is currently way more out of hand than when Linus van Pelt first dropped biblical verses on the American public — and you, Walmart, are making things worse.
As exhibit A, I offer my visit this past weekend to one of your branches in Northglenn, where I discovered that a huge portion of the store is already devoted to Christmas. Complete article
GPD: Two women arrested for stealing at Fla. Walmart They pretended to scan about $555 worth of merchandise at self-checkout 10/17/2017
Woman on probation for stealing from Alabama WalMart accused of stealing from Lowe's 10/16/2017
Police: 2 wanted after theft at Poplar Bluff Missouri Walmart 10/16/2017
Suspects wanted for shoplifting from Powhatan Va. Walmart 10/17/2017
Walmart detects scam, saves NC teen hundreds of dollars 10/17/2017
Parents arrested after being accused of shoplifting Fla. Walmart with their kids 10/17/2017
The Walton's Are Cashing Out Of Walmart - And You Should Too 10/17/2017
Last week there was a lot of stock market excitement regarding WalMart. After a "favorable" earnings report analysts turned bullish and the stock jumped ~4% in one day, WMT's biggest rally in over a year, making it a big short-term winner. But the leadership signals indicate WalMart is probably not the best place to put your money.
WalMart is growing about 3%/year. But leadership acknowledged it was not growing its traditional business in the USA, and only has plans to open ~25 stores in the next year. It hopes to add about 225 internationally, predominantly in Mexico and China, but unfortunately those markets have been tough places for WalMart to grow share and make profits. And the company has been plagued with bribery scandals, particularly in Mexico.
And, while WalMart touts its 40%+ growth rate on-line, margins online (including the free delivery offer) are even lower than in the traditional Wal-Mart stores, causing the company's gross margin percentage to decline. The $11.5B on-line revenue projection for next year is up, but it is 2.5% of Walmart's total, and a mere ~7-8% of Amazon's retail sales. Amazon remains the clear leader, with 62% of US households having visited the company in the second quarter. And it is not a good sign that WalMart's greatest on-line growth is in groceries, which amount to 26% of on-line sales already. WalMart is investing in 1,000 additional at-store curb-side grocery pick-up locations, but this effort to defend traditional store sales is in the products where margins are clearly the lowest, and possibly nonexistent. Complete article
Last week there was a lot of stock market excitement regarding WalMart. After a "favorable" earnings report analysts turned bullish and the stock jumped ~4% in one day, WMT's biggest rally in over a year, making it a big short-term winner. But the leadership signals indicate WalMart is probably not the best place to put your money.
WalMart is growing about 3%/year. But leadership acknowledged it was not growing its traditional business in the USA, and only has plans to open ~25 stores in the next year. It hopes to add about 225 internationally, predominantly in Mexico and China, but unfortunately those markets have been tough places for WalMart to grow share and make profits. And the company has been plagued with bribery scandals, particularly in Mexico.
And, while WalMart touts its 40%+ growth rate on-line, margins online (including the free delivery offer) are even lower than in the traditional Wal-Mart stores, causing the company's gross margin percentage to decline. The $11.5B on-line revenue projection for next year is up, but it is 2.5% of Walmart's total, and a mere ~7-8% of Amazon's retail sales. Amazon remains the clear leader, with 62% of US households having visited the company in the second quarter. And it is not a good sign that WalMart's greatest on-line growth is in groceries, which amount to 26% of on-line sales already. WalMart is investing in 1,000 additional at-store curb-side grocery pick-up locations, but this effort to defend traditional store sales is in the products where margins are clearly the lowest, and possibly nonexistent. Complete article
Fired 84-year-old grandmother demands answers from Tx. Walmart 10/17/2017
BRENHAM, Texas- At 84 years old, grandmother Frankie Ruffino loved her job at Walmart.
"I was hired as a greeter, which is what I wanted to be," said Ruffino. "I gave it my all, that's all I can say, never came late." ....
"I found a dollar bill on the floor, just one dollar bill," said Ruffino.
It was late, so she picked it up, put it on her walker and drove home to Burton, Texas. The next day her managers called her in.
"She said did you find some money yesterday, I said yes, I picked up a dollar bill, here it is right there," said Ruffino.
She later finished that shift, but when she came back the following day, Ruffino heard words she'd never thought she'd hear.
"She said I need your badge and your vest," said Ruffino. "You have been let go because of your integrity." Complete article
BRENHAM, Texas- At 84 years old, grandmother Frankie Ruffino loved her job at Walmart.
"I was hired as a greeter, which is what I wanted to be," said Ruffino. "I gave it my all, that's all I can say, never came late." ....
"I found a dollar bill on the floor, just one dollar bill," said Ruffino.
It was late, so she picked it up, put it on her walker and drove home to Burton, Texas. The next day her managers called her in.
"She said did you find some money yesterday, I said yes, I picked up a dollar bill, here it is right there," said Ruffino.
She later finished that shift, but when she came back the following day, Ruffino heard words she'd never thought she'd hear.
"She said I need your badge and your vest," said Ruffino. "You have been let go because of your integrity." Complete article
Dixon police arrest man after calls about gunfire in Ca. Walmart parking lot 10/18/2017
Dixon police responded to calls of a man firing a gun from inside a vehicle in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday, eventually arresting the man on three misdemeanor counts unrelated to firearm possession.
Andrew Butterworth, 32, was attempting to drive away from the parking lot at North 1st Street and Regency Parkway when police arrived at approximately 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. In his possession were two high-powered pellet guns with lethal capabilities, according to a Dixon Police Department Facebook post, as well as a methamphetamine pipe.
Both pellet guns were virtually indistinguishable from hunting rifles, police said, and included flashlights on the top rail. But with no injuries and California law permitting over-the-counter air rifle purchases, Butterworth avoided being slapped with any charges of violent crimes. Complete article
Dixon police responded to calls of a man firing a gun from inside a vehicle in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday, eventually arresting the man on three misdemeanor counts unrelated to firearm possession.
Andrew Butterworth, 32, was attempting to drive away from the parking lot at North 1st Street and Regency Parkway when police arrived at approximately 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. In his possession were two high-powered pellet guns with lethal capabilities, according to a Dixon Police Department Facebook post, as well as a methamphetamine pipe.
Both pellet guns were virtually indistinguishable from hunting rifles, police said, and included flashlights on the top rail. But with no injuries and California law permitting over-the-counter air rifle purchases, Butterworth avoided being slapped with any charges of violent crimes. Complete article
Police blotter: Man leaves old shoes, steals new in Montana Walmart theft; $1,800 garage theft; assault 10/17/2017
Police ask for help identifying woman in East Lampeter Township Pa. Walmart theft 10/18/2017
Hundreds of dollars worth of stolen meat, groceries keep police coming back to SC Walmart 10/18/2017
Man who attacked woman at Oklahoma City Walmart was previously convicted of rape 10/18/2017
Man arrested in Monroe Wash. Walmart robbery; second suspect flees 10/18/2017
MONROE — A man with a pink baseball bat robbed a Walmart, fled in a stolen spray-painted car and crashed into a tree, according to Monroe police.
Two men tried to walk out of the store around 9:10 a.m. Tuesday with a shopping cart full of about $600 in goods, police said. One of the men had a pink bat. An employee grabbed the cart, and in a struggle the merchandise spilled onto the ground. The pair jumped into a Mitsubishi Lancer with a distinctive green spray paint job.
The driver waved the bat out the window as they drove off.
Ninety minutes later, a stolen car crashed off Highway 92 near Lake Stevens. Complete article
MONROE — A man with a pink baseball bat robbed a Walmart, fled in a stolen spray-painted car and crashed into a tree, according to Monroe police.
Two men tried to walk out of the store around 9:10 a.m. Tuesday with a shopping cart full of about $600 in goods, police said. One of the men had a pink bat. An employee grabbed the cart, and in a struggle the merchandise spilled onto the ground. The pair jumped into a Mitsubishi Lancer with a distinctive green spray paint job.
The driver waved the bat out the window as they drove off.
Ninety minutes later, a stolen car crashed off Highway 92 near Lake Stevens. Complete article
Family of 5 escapes truck before it bursts into flames in Frazer Pa. Wal-Mart parking lot 10/18/2017
Matt Negley went to the Wal-Mart in Frazer with his family Wednesday simply looking to buy diapers.
He was searching for a parking spot when his truck lost its power steering and began smoking.
Negley was with his girlfriend, their two children, ages 1 and 4, and his son, 17.
“It just started smoking more and more, so I got the kids and everybody out, and some guy screamed, ‘There's flames underneath!' ” said Negley, 37, of Arnold. “It just went up.” Complete article
Matt Negley went to the Wal-Mart in Frazer with his family Wednesday simply looking to buy diapers.
He was searching for a parking spot when his truck lost its power steering and began smoking.
Negley was with his girlfriend, their two children, ages 1 and 4, and his son, 17.
“It just started smoking more and more, so I got the kids and everybody out, and some guy screamed, ‘There's flames underneath!' ” said Negley, 37, of Arnold. “It just went up.” Complete article
Mitchell SD woman pleaded guilty to stealing from Walmart 10/19/2017
Cops seek to ID woman accused in NJ Walmart assault 10/18/2017
Police: Masturbating man arrested with pot at Va. Walmart 10/19/2017
Woman steals wallet from elderly man, spends $2,100 at La. Walmart 10/19/2017
Parents arrested after being accused of shoplifting Fla. Walmart with their kids 10/17/2017
Gary Ind. cop working security charged with Walmart theft 10/18/2017
Gary police officer has been charged with theft after Hammond police said he used a self-serve checkout repeatedly at a store where he was working security to improperly receive nearly $500 in change during numerous transactions, according to court documents.
George Edward Dickerson III, 42, was charged in Lake Superior Court with misdemeanor theft. His defense attorney, Jamise Perkins, said Thursday Dickerson's resignation from the Gary Police Department was effective this week.
Court records indicate Dickerson was working security March 4 at Walmart in Hammond. A store employee had accidentally put the wrong denominations of cash into the money slots at a self-checkout register at the store, documents said.
At 8:12 a.m. that day, Dickerson went to a self-checkout register and purchased cheese and a drink, which totaled $4.48. He inserted a $20 bill and 48 cents, and instead of receiving $16 in change, Dickerson received $45, the probable cause affidavit said. Dickerson then purchased Doritos at the same register, inserted $20 and instead of receiving $18.52 in change, he received another $45, records said. A minute later, Dickerson purchased a candy bar for $1.22 at the same register and received $45 in change after inserting another $20, according to records.
In a little more than an hour, Dickerson made 11 purchases and received a total of $495 in change to which he was not entitled, court records state. Complete article
Gary police officer has been charged with theft after Hammond police said he used a self-serve checkout repeatedly at a store where he was working security to improperly receive nearly $500 in change during numerous transactions, according to court documents.
George Edward Dickerson III, 42, was charged in Lake Superior Court with misdemeanor theft. His defense attorney, Jamise Perkins, said Thursday Dickerson's resignation from the Gary Police Department was effective this week.
Court records indicate Dickerson was working security March 4 at Walmart in Hammond. A store employee had accidentally put the wrong denominations of cash into the money slots at a self-checkout register at the store, documents said.
At 8:12 a.m. that day, Dickerson went to a self-checkout register and purchased cheese and a drink, which totaled $4.48. He inserted a $20 bill and 48 cents, and instead of receiving $16 in change, Dickerson received $45, the probable cause affidavit said. Dickerson then purchased Doritos at the same register, inserted $20 and instead of receiving $18.52 in change, he received another $45, records said. A minute later, Dickerson purchased a candy bar for $1.22 at the same register and received $45 in change after inserting another $20, according to records.
In a little more than an hour, Dickerson made 11 purchases and received a total of $495 in change to which he was not entitled, court records state. Complete article
Former Ga. Walmart manager suspected in theft 10/18/2017
Brent Alabam Police search for 2 masked men suspected of breaking into Walmart 10/20/2017
Man punched deputy at Walmart days before he killed an New Orleans La. Police officer, police allege 10/19/2017
A man facing a first-degree murder charge in the Oct. 13 shooting death of New Orleans Police Officer Marcus McNeil is now accused of punching an Orleans Parish deputy just a few days earlier while allegedly shoplifting from Walmart.
Darren Bridges, 30, remained hospitalized Thursday for the treatment of gunshots wounds he received when officers returned fire at him Cindy Place in New Orleans East. Bridges is accused of killing McNeil, 29, during a struggle, police said in his murder warrant. McNeil was fatally shot after trying to shock Bridges with a Taser, the warrant states.
McNeil was killed early on a Friday. About 2:30 p.m. that previous Sunday (Oct. 8), a different warrant states, Bridges and a woman he was with attempted to shoplift items from Walmart when they were stopped at the door. Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office Deputy Charles Jones Jr. was working an off-duty detail at Bullard Avenue store when he walked with the "asset protection" employee, Bridges and the woman to the asset protection office regarding the suspected theft. Complete article
A man facing a first-degree murder charge in the Oct. 13 shooting death of New Orleans Police Officer Marcus McNeil is now accused of punching an Orleans Parish deputy just a few days earlier while allegedly shoplifting from Walmart.
Darren Bridges, 30, remained hospitalized Thursday for the treatment of gunshots wounds he received when officers returned fire at him Cindy Place in New Orleans East. Bridges is accused of killing McNeil, 29, during a struggle, police said in his murder warrant. McNeil was fatally shot after trying to shock Bridges with a Taser, the warrant states.
McNeil was killed early on a Friday. About 2:30 p.m. that previous Sunday (Oct. 8), a different warrant states, Bridges and a woman he was with attempted to shoplift items from Walmart when they were stopped at the door. Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office Deputy Charles Jones Jr. was working an off-duty detail at Bullard Avenue store when he walked with the "asset protection" employee, Bridges and the woman to the asset protection office regarding the suspected theft. Complete article
$1.5M in heroin seized in Ohio Walmart parking lot; 2 arrested 10/19/2017
More than 10 pounds of heroin with an estimated street value of $1.5 million was seized in a Walmart parking lot in Rockdale County, sheriff’s officials said Thursday.
Two people are in custody after the raid, sheriff’s spokesman Michael Meyers said in a statement. Complete article
More than 10 pounds of heroin with an estimated street value of $1.5 million was seized in a Walmart parking lot in Rockdale County, sheriff’s officials said Thursday.
Two people are in custody after the raid, sheriff’s spokesman Michael Meyers said in a statement. Complete article
Police investigating armed robbery at Corona Ca. WalMart 10/19/2017
Corona police are investigating an armed robbery reported Wednesday night, Oct. 18, inside the WalMart Supercenter in the 400 block of North McKinley Street, according to a news release.
A suspect brandished a gun at an employee in the business, demanded money and the employee complied before the suspect walked out of the store, Corona police spokesman Andy Bryant wrote in an email.
On his way out of the business, the suspect bumped into a door and a gun magazine fell to the ground. The suspect was last seen in the parking lot, but fled the scene before police officers arrived. Complete article
Corona police are investigating an armed robbery reported Wednesday night, Oct. 18, inside the WalMart Supercenter in the 400 block of North McKinley Street, according to a news release.
A suspect brandished a gun at an employee in the business, demanded money and the employee complied before the suspect walked out of the store, Corona police spokesman Andy Bryant wrote in an email.
On his way out of the business, the suspect bumped into a door and a gun magazine fell to the ground. The suspect was last seen in the parking lot, but fled the scene before police officers arrived. Complete article
Women allegedly hide in Tenn. Walmart bathroom after road rage incident 10/19/2017
Two counts of aggravated assault are the charges that an Antioch man faces in Murfreesboro. Reports indicate the charges stem from an alleged road rage incident.
When police arrived at the Walmart on Joe B. Jackson Parkway at 231 South, they located a 20-year-old female and a 27-year-old female hiding in the Walmart bathroom. One of the two women said that she was driving down I-24 when a green SUV got too close to her bumper. The victim said that she "Brake Checked" the SUV in an attempt to tell the driver to back off. The victims sister was driving behind the SUV and claimed to have witnessed the incident and saw the driver of the SUV waiving a gun around.
Shortly after the so called "Brake Check," the driver of the SUV followed the woman and her sister off of I-24 and onto Joe B. Jackson Parkway. The women then drove to Walmart.
Once in the parking lot of the discounter, the driver of the SUV reportedly held what looked to be a gun in the air.
The women parked their cars and headed into the store. They told officers the man also parked and followed them inside. The females made their way to the restroom where they called police. Complete article
Two counts of aggravated assault are the charges that an Antioch man faces in Murfreesboro. Reports indicate the charges stem from an alleged road rage incident.
When police arrived at the Walmart on Joe B. Jackson Parkway at 231 South, they located a 20-year-old female and a 27-year-old female hiding in the Walmart bathroom. One of the two women said that she was driving down I-24 when a green SUV got too close to her bumper. The victim said that she "Brake Checked" the SUV in an attempt to tell the driver to back off. The victims sister was driving behind the SUV and claimed to have witnessed the incident and saw the driver of the SUV waiving a gun around.
Shortly after the so called "Brake Check," the driver of the SUV followed the woman and her sister off of I-24 and onto Joe B. Jackson Parkway. The women then drove to Walmart.
Once in the parking lot of the discounter, the driver of the SUV reportedly held what looked to be a gun in the air.
The women parked their cars and headed into the store. They told officers the man also parked and followed them inside. The females made their way to the restroom where they called police. Complete article
North Shore police reports: Teens pistol-whip man in Wisc. Walmart parking lot 10/18/2017
1. A 45-year-old Cedarburg man reported that two teenagers approached him in the Walmart parking lot, 6300 W. Brown Deer Road, and asked him for a dollar on Oct. 12. One of the teenagers pulled out a black handgun, demanded money and struck him in the face with the magazine of the handgun. They did not take anything from the man.
8. A 28-year-old Hartford man was arrested after he was caught shoplifting from Walmart, 6300 W. Brown Deer Road, at 2:14 .m. Oct. 12. He left the stolen merchandise in his sweatshirt, which was found with a syringe in a nearby wooded area. Complete article
1. A 45-year-old Cedarburg man reported that two teenagers approached him in the Walmart parking lot, 6300 W. Brown Deer Road, and asked him for a dollar on Oct. 12. One of the teenagers pulled out a black handgun, demanded money and struck him in the face with the magazine of the handgun. They did not take anything from the man.
8. A 28-year-old Hartford man was arrested after he was caught shoplifting from Walmart, 6300 W. Brown Deer Road, at 2:14 .m. Oct. 12. He left the stolen merchandise in his sweatshirt, which was found with a syringe in a nearby wooded area. Complete article
Man with concealed carry catches car prowler at Airway Heights Wash. Walmart 10/19/2017
GPD: Fla. Walmart thieves used self-checkout 10/16/2017
Bomb threat at Suwannee County Fla. Walmart 10/17/2017
Sargent Guilty of Attempted Murder for Firing on Police in Pa. Walmart Parking Lot 10/20/2017
Man arrested in attempted purse snatching at LaGrange Ky. Walmart 10/20/2017
3 bought phone with fake cash, pointed gun at seller in NJ Walmart lot: police 10/20/2017
BAYONNE -- Three men armed with a pellet gun robbed a city man of his cell phone in the Walmart parking lot last night, authorities said.
Just after 11 p.m. on Thursday, police received a call from a 25-year-old Bayonne man that three men had robbed him of his iPhone after agreeing to sell the phone through the Offer Up application, Bayonne police Capt. Joseph Scerbo said.
After agreeing to sell the iPhone, the city man met with two men in the parking lot of the Walmart at 500 Crossing Way, Scerbo said.
After the transaction was made, the 25-year-old discovered he was paid with $500 of counterfeit money, Scerbo said.
After trying to get their attention, the two men ran off and jumped into a car. Before fleeing, the driver pointed "what appeared to be a black semi-automatic handgun" at the man, Scerbo said. Complete article
BAYONNE -- Three men armed with a pellet gun robbed a city man of his cell phone in the Walmart parking lot last night, authorities said.
Just after 11 p.m. on Thursday, police received a call from a 25-year-old Bayonne man that three men had robbed him of his iPhone after agreeing to sell the phone through the Offer Up application, Bayonne police Capt. Joseph Scerbo said.
After agreeing to sell the iPhone, the city man met with two men in the parking lot of the Walmart at 500 Crossing Way, Scerbo said.
After the transaction was made, the 25-year-old discovered he was paid with $500 of counterfeit money, Scerbo said.
After trying to get their attention, the two men ran off and jumped into a car. Before fleeing, the driver pointed "what appeared to be a black semi-automatic handgun" at the man, Scerbo said. Complete article
Man set merchandise on fire at East Greenbush NY Walmart, police say 10/20/2017
EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. >> An Albany man was arrested for setting a display of merchandise on fire, police said.
Marquan N. Miller, 29, was charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief and second-degree reckless endangerment.
Police said Miller used a butane pocket lighter to set a display on fire Monday afternoon at the East Greenbush Walmart. The blaze was contained by store security with fire extinguishers, police said, but it filled the building with smoke and forced the evacuation of about 100 customers. The East Greenbush Fire Department ventilated the building and declared the fire out about 90 minutes later, police said. Complete article
EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. >> An Albany man was arrested for setting a display of merchandise on fire, police said.
Marquan N. Miller, 29, was charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief and second-degree reckless endangerment.
Police said Miller used a butane pocket lighter to set a display on fire Monday afternoon at the East Greenbush Walmart. The blaze was contained by store security with fire extinguishers, police said, but it filled the building with smoke and forced the evacuation of about 100 customers. The East Greenbush Fire Department ventilated the building and declared the fire out about 90 minutes later, police said. Complete article
VIDEO: Suspect dies after struggle with deputies in La. Walmart parking lot 10/20/2017
MARKSVILLE, LA (WAFB) - A wanted man is dead Friday after a struggle with deputies in the parking lot of a Walmart in Marksville, says CBS affiliate, KALB.
According to Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Steve Martel, deputies saw the man, identified as Armando Frank, 42, who they say was wanted on several warrants, sitting on a tractor outside the store.
Deputies report when they tried to arrest Frank, he began to resist and was tasered. He was reportedly tasered a second time before deputies were able to get him on the ground. Frank's breathing then reportedly became shallow, so they called for medical assistance. Martel says Frank died at a local hospital. Complete article
MARKSVILLE, LA (WAFB) - A wanted man is dead Friday after a struggle with deputies in the parking lot of a Walmart in Marksville, says CBS affiliate, KALB.
According to Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Steve Martel, deputies saw the man, identified as Armando Frank, 42, who they say was wanted on several warrants, sitting on a tractor outside the store.
Deputies report when they tried to arrest Frank, he began to resist and was tasered. He was reportedly tasered a second time before deputies were able to get him on the ground. Frank's breathing then reportedly became shallow, so they called for medical assistance. Martel says Frank died at a local hospital. Complete article
Authorities investigating fire inside Kzoo Co. Mich. Walmart 10/21/2017
OSHTEMO TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) – Investigators are working to figure out what started a fire inside a Kalamazoo County Walmart.
The Oshtemo Township Fire Department says they responded to the Walmart on 9th Street shortly before 11 p.m. Friday for a fire in the clothing area.
According to the department’s Facebook page, the fire was put out quickly, but crews have not reported what may have started it, nor who could be responsible. Complete article
OSHTEMO TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) – Investigators are working to figure out what started a fire inside a Kalamazoo County Walmart.
The Oshtemo Township Fire Department says they responded to the Walmart on 9th Street shortly before 11 p.m. Friday for a fire in the clothing area.
According to the department’s Facebook page, the fire was put out quickly, but crews have not reported what may have started it, nor who could be responsible. Complete article
Over 500,000 stuffed animals sold at Target, Walmart recalled due to choking hazard 10/20/2017
A choking hazard has prompted a manufacturer of wind-up children’s toys to recall hundreds of thousands of the plush animals.
The toys, sold by multiple companies and distributed by Kids Preferred LLC., of East Windsor, N.J. , pose a danger due to the potential that the metal post or handle of the wind-up mechanism can detach. The post is small enough that it can be swallowed by a young child.
They were sold in a variety of animal characters and colors at Carter’s, Walmart, Target, Carters and other nationwide stores and online retailers between January 2016 through August 2017 for between $11 and $20. Complete article
A choking hazard has prompted a manufacturer of wind-up children’s toys to recall hundreds of thousands of the plush animals.
The toys, sold by multiple companies and distributed by Kids Preferred LLC., of East Windsor, N.J. , pose a danger due to the potential that the metal post or handle of the wind-up mechanism can detach. The post is small enough that it can be swallowed by a young child.
They were sold in a variety of animal characters and colors at Carter’s, Walmart, Target, Carters and other nationwide stores and online retailers between January 2016 through August 2017 for between $11 and $20. Complete article
Gwinnett Ga. man convicted of kidnapping woman from Walmart, raping her in 2013 10/20/2017
Suspicious package closes down WV Walmart at The Highlands 10/20/2017 Howard says a bomb squad from Pittsburgh has been called in to examine the package. Store reopens
Coon Rapids man pleads guilty to Minn. Walmart theft 10/21/2017
Woman steals $401 worth of merchandise from Palmyra Pa. Walmart, police say 10/20/2017
Police search for female suspect in Fla. Walmart theft 10/18/2017
Woman Who Trespassed At Pa. Walmart Says Cake Was ‘Too Good To Stay Away’ 10/21/2017
One injured in Nevada Walmart parking lot shooting, shooter in custody 10/21/2017
North Las Vegas, NV. - North Las Vegas Police say one person was critically injured in a shooting early Saturday morning.
Officers say the incident happened in a Walmart parking lot around 7:30 a.m. on the 6400 block of North Decatur Boulevard, near I-215.
Two men were in the parking lot when one shot the other, according to investigators.
The shooting victim was taken to University Medical Center in critical condition and the suspected shooter is in police custody. Complete article
North Las Vegas, NV. - North Las Vegas Police say one person was critically injured in a shooting early Saturday morning.
Officers say the incident happened in a Walmart parking lot around 7:30 a.m. on the 6400 block of North Decatur Boulevard, near I-215.
Two men were in the parking lot when one shot the other, according to investigators.
The shooting victim was taken to University Medical Center in critical condition and the suspected shooter is in police custody. Complete article
Pursuit leads to officer-involved shooting in Walmart area of Quincy WV 10/22/2017
QUINCY, WV (WCHS/WVAH) — Metro 911 dispatchers say the public is being asked to avoid the Quincy Mall area of eastern Kanawha County after reports of a shooting.
It happened around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.
State police said Patrick Hess was shot by a West Virginia State Police Trooper after a pursuit. Complete article
QUINCY, WV (WCHS/WVAH) — Metro 911 dispatchers say the public is being asked to avoid the Quincy Mall area of eastern Kanawha County after reports of a shooting.
It happened around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.
State police said Patrick Hess was shot by a West Virginia State Police Trooper after a pursuit. Complete article
Walmart ramps up self-checkout by letting customers ring in items while shopping 10/22/2017
When Laura Schnurr tried out scan and go at Walmart in Ancaster, Ont., she was immediately hooked. The new technology allows customers to scan and tally up their items while shopping, saving them time at checkout.
"When I go up to the checkout, it's just bing, bang, boom, I'm done," Schnurr said. "I am addicted."
Starting Monday, Walmart will roll out scan and go in 20 more Canadian stores. It's the latest offshoot of the self-checkout craze, fuelled by retailers' attempts to curb costs and make the in-store shopping experience as painless as possible. Complete article
When Laura Schnurr tried out scan and go at Walmart in Ancaster, Ont., she was immediately hooked. The new technology allows customers to scan and tally up their items while shopping, saving them time at checkout.
"When I go up to the checkout, it's just bing, bang, boom, I'm done," Schnurr said. "I am addicted."
Starting Monday, Walmart will roll out scan and go in 20 more Canadian stores. It's the latest offshoot of the self-checkout craze, fuelled by retailers' attempts to curb costs and make the in-store shopping experience as painless as possible. Complete article
Arrest made after man crashes into wall of Clarence NY Walmart 10/22/2017
CLARENCE, N.Y. (WKBW) - New York State Police report Thomas Griffin II, 30 of Newstead drove his vehicle into a cement wall in the Clarence parking lot on Saturday.
After evaluation by an Erie County Deputy Drug Recognition expert, it was determined Griffin was impaired.
He was in possession of a controlled substance and his 2-year-old son, who was unharmed, was in the car at the time of the incident. Complete article
CLARENCE, N.Y. (WKBW) - New York State Police report Thomas Griffin II, 30 of Newstead drove his vehicle into a cement wall in the Clarence parking lot on Saturday.
After evaluation by an Erie County Deputy Drug Recognition expert, it was determined Griffin was impaired.
He was in possession of a controlled substance and his 2-year-old son, who was unharmed, was in the car at the time of the incident. Complete article
Armed Carjacking at Belleville Walmart ends in crash in East St. Louis Ill. 10/21/2017
Two men carjacked a woman in Belleville’s Walmart parking lot, drove off with her car and crashed in East St. Louis after a police chase Saturday, police say.
At around 6:40 p.m., a young black man wearing a blue sweatshirt approached a woman as she was getting into her silver 2007 silver Honda Civic, according to a press release from Belleville police.
He was carrying a black handgun and told her to give him her keys, police say. She did so and the man got into the driver’s seat. Another black male got into the passenger seat before they drove off. Complete article
Two men carjacked a woman in Belleville’s Walmart parking lot, drove off with her car and crashed in East St. Louis after a police chase Saturday, police say.
At around 6:40 p.m., a young black man wearing a blue sweatshirt approached a woman as she was getting into her silver 2007 silver Honda Civic, according to a press release from Belleville police.
He was carrying a black handgun and told her to give him her keys, police say. She did so and the man got into the driver’s seat. Another black male got into the passenger seat before they drove off. Complete article
FDA: Possible listeria contamination of veggies sold at Trader Joe's, Safeway, Walmart 10/22/2017
PORTLAND, Ore. – A California vegetable supplier is recalling its processed veggies sold at several different stores because of a possible listeria contamination, the Food & Drug Administration said.
The recall was issued Friday for vegetables from Mann’s Packaging, who supplies bagged veggies, salads, and snack trays for stores like Safeway/Albertson’s, Trader Joe’s, and Walmart. Complete article
PORTLAND, Ore. – A California vegetable supplier is recalling its processed veggies sold at several different stores because of a possible listeria contamination, the Food & Drug Administration said.
The recall was issued Friday for vegetables from Mann’s Packaging, who supplies bagged veggies, salads, and snack trays for stores like Safeway/Albertson’s, Trader Joe’s, and Walmart. Complete article
Two men sought in Waterford Conn. Walmart shoplifting case 10/23/2017
Bland woman found passed out in Missouri Walmart parking lot 10/22/2017
Police seek witnesses after suspect exposes himself to children at Tenn. Walmart 10/23/2017
No charges against woman who shot NC Walmart Sept. shoplifting suspect in Knightdale, DA says 10/23/2017
Pair found guilty of murder in Mich. Walmart parking lot shooting deaths 10/23/2017
Walmart employee, customer involved in fight inside Cordova Tenn. store 10/23/2017
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — WREG has learned more about a reported tussle between a customer and employee inside a Mid-South Walmart after video of the confrontation was shared on social media.
According to the police report, an officer was flagged down by a Walmart customer Sunday evening to report a fight inside the North Germantown Parkway location. Once inside, the officer saw a woman on the ground crying with several bruises.
The manager stated he was stacking merchandise when he heard a commotion and turned around to find the woman fighting one of his employees. He didn't see what started the fight but was told the customer approached the employee and asked for a rolling cart.
"Maybe other customers are using them if nothing is over there," the employee reportedly responded.
That's when the customer reportedly became angry, asked for a manager and punched her. The employee confirmed she did punch the customer back. Complete article
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — WREG has learned more about a reported tussle between a customer and employee inside a Mid-South Walmart after video of the confrontation was shared on social media.
According to the police report, an officer was flagged down by a Walmart customer Sunday evening to report a fight inside the North Germantown Parkway location. Once inside, the officer saw a woman on the ground crying with several bruises.
The manager stated he was stacking merchandise when he heard a commotion and turned around to find the woman fighting one of his employees. He didn't see what started the fight but was told the customer approached the employee and asked for a rolling cart.
"Maybe other customers are using them if nothing is over there," the employee reportedly responded.
That's when the customer reportedly became angry, asked for a manager and punched her. The employee confirmed she did punch the customer back. Complete article
Two seen pouring insecticide in Tenn. Walmart children's toy section 10/23/2017
MILLINGTON, TN (WMC) - Millington police have identified two suspects who were seen vandalizing property and intentionally spilling insecticide chemicals in the children's toy department.
The incident happened on Oct. 22 at Walmart in Millington.
"It's amazing what young people that have nothing to do can come up with," Walmart shopper Sandy Bass said. "To create a sickness in a young child. Babies put stuff in their mouth, kids put stuff in their mouth--it's natural." Complete article
MILLINGTON, TN (WMC) - Millington police have identified two suspects who were seen vandalizing property and intentionally spilling insecticide chemicals in the children's toy department.
The incident happened on Oct. 22 at Walmart in Millington.
"It's amazing what young people that have nothing to do can come up with," Walmart shopper Sandy Bass said. "To create a sickness in a young child. Babies put stuff in their mouth, kids put stuff in their mouth--it's natural." Complete article
How Artificial Intelligence helped Walmart go from 700,000 to 60 million items online 10/23/2017
Walmart.com is bigger than you might think. The site has 60 million items for sale, Walmart CTO Jeremy King said at the VB Summit in Berkeley, California today.
That’s up from 700,000 items when he joined Walmart in 2011, and it doesn’t include Jet.com, the ecommerce site Walmart acquired last year. Online sales have also made notable gains: The company reported a 67 percent year-over-year increase in quarterly online sales for the three months ending in June of this year. (That revenue growth was helped by Walmart’s Jet acquisition, though the company said the majority of its gains were organic.)
The secret to the expansion in inventory, said King, is artificial intelligence. The Arkansas-founded company uses machine learning algorithms for tasks like organizing inventory data, pricing items, and fixing problems. Complete article
Walmart.com is bigger than you might think. The site has 60 million items for sale, Walmart CTO Jeremy King said at the VB Summit in Berkeley, California today.
That’s up from 700,000 items when he joined Walmart in 2011, and it doesn’t include Jet.com, the ecommerce site Walmart acquired last year. Online sales have also made notable gains: The company reported a 67 percent year-over-year increase in quarterly online sales for the three months ending in June of this year. (That revenue growth was helped by Walmart’s Jet acquisition, though the company said the majority of its gains were organic.)
The secret to the expansion in inventory, said King, is artificial intelligence. The Arkansas-founded company uses machine learning algorithms for tasks like organizing inventory data, pricing items, and fixing problems. Complete article
'If you can talk, you can breathe': Edmonton Canada Walmart security used excessive force in woman's arrest, witness says 10/24/2017
Walmart Canada is investigating after two security guards restrained a woman who claimed to be pregnant outside an Edmonton store Sunday night — and witnesses say the men used excessive force.
The woman, who remains unidentified, was taken to hospital and treated for "non-life-threatening injuries" and later charged with theft under $5,000.
The incident began at about 9 p.m. when the woman left the Walmart store at Stony Plain Road and 184th Street.
She was followed outside by loss prevention officers. After a struggle, the two men pushed the woman face down in the parking lot.
Each guard held one of the woman's arms behind her back. Both knelt on her back. On a video recorded by a witness, the woman could be heard screaming "I can't breathe."
One guard replied, "If you can talk, you can breathe."
The same guard was then heard talking with a bystander who questioned his use of force.
"Then call 911 and charge me," he told the bystander. Complete article
Walmart Canada is investigating after two security guards restrained a woman who claimed to be pregnant outside an Edmonton store Sunday night — and witnesses say the men used excessive force.
The woman, who remains unidentified, was taken to hospital and treated for "non-life-threatening injuries" and later charged with theft under $5,000.
The incident began at about 9 p.m. when the woman left the Walmart store at Stony Plain Road and 184th Street.
She was followed outside by loss prevention officers. After a struggle, the two men pushed the woman face down in the parking lot.
Each guard held one of the woman's arms behind her back. Both knelt on her back. On a video recorded by a witness, the woman could be heard screaming "I can't breathe."
One guard replied, "If you can talk, you can breathe."
The same guard was then heard talking with a bystander who questioned his use of force.
"Then call 911 and charge me," he told the bystander. Complete article
Flooding Near Walmart In Boone NC 10/23/2017
Officers uncover mobile meth-lab in Hope Mills NC Walmart parking lot 10/23/2017
Thieves hit Ga. Wal-Mart 10/23/2017
Cops: Man fought officers after Westbury NY Walmart attempted theft 10/2/2017
Man gets 11 years in prison after Aug. 2016 drug bust outside Republic Missouri Walmart 10/24/2017
Local man charged after Missouri Walmart bomb threat 10/24/2017
EPD is asking for your help in theft of property case at Alabama Wal-Mart 10/23/2017
Men wanted in connection to armed robbery in Ga. Walmart parking lot 10/25/2017
COVINGTON, GA (CBS46) - Police are looking for two men who allegedly robbed a victim in the parking lot of a Newton County Walmart location early Tuesday morning.
The robbery happened around 6:30 a.m. at the Walmart location on Industrial Boulevard in Covington.
Police say the men were both armed when the robbery occurred. The suspects were able to get a small amount of cash from the victim before taking off on foot toward Settlers Grove Road. Complete article
COVINGTON, GA (CBS46) - Police are looking for two men who allegedly robbed a victim in the parking lot of a Newton County Walmart location early Tuesday morning.
The robbery happened around 6:30 a.m. at the Walmart location on Industrial Boulevard in Covington.
Police say the men were both armed when the robbery occurred. The suspects were able to get a small amount of cash from the victim before taking off on foot toward Settlers Grove Road. Complete article
Sounds like Miami. But not THAT Miami. Man nabbed for indecent exposure at Okla. Walmart 10/24/2017
Smoke forces Fla. Walmart store to be evacuated 10/25/2017
Wood River man charged for allegedly taking photos of girls in Ill. Walmart 10/24/2017
Man says SC Walmart manager ‘smashed his bread.’ So, he hit her in the face 10/25/2017
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. A Walmart customer is accused of hitting a store manager in the face with a grocery bag, after he accused her of smashing his bread.
The Walmart cashier manager called Camden Police to report the Oct. 21 incident. The 23-year-old told the officer that she had told a couple that the coupon they were attempting to use at the store could not be accepted, according to the incident report. The woman said the coupon they had could only be used at Bi-Lo stores.
Frustrated by the coupon dispute, the couple asked the manager to remove the items from their cart. As she did, the man, whose identity is unknown, accused the manager of “smashing his bread,” the report stated.
The man then “snatched a bag and hit (the manager) in the face with the bag,” the incident report stated. The report does not state if the bag had grocery items in it. Complete article
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. A Walmart customer is accused of hitting a store manager in the face with a grocery bag, after he accused her of smashing his bread.
The Walmart cashier manager called Camden Police to report the Oct. 21 incident. The 23-year-old told the officer that she had told a couple that the coupon they were attempting to use at the store could not be accepted, according to the incident report. The woman said the coupon they had could only be used at Bi-Lo stores.
Frustrated by the coupon dispute, the couple asked the manager to remove the items from their cart. As she did, the man, whose identity is unknown, accused the manager of “smashing his bread,” the report stated.
The man then “snatched a bag and hit (the manager) in the face with the bag,” the incident report stated. The report does not state if the bag had grocery items in it. Complete article
Woman run over in Stafford NJ Walmart parking lot seriously injured, police say 10/25/2017
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP – A 61-year-old woman was seriously injured after being run over by a car in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday.
At 7:44 p.m. German Gomez-Sanchez, 22, of the Manahawkin section of the township, was driving through the parking lot in his Dodge Ram pickup truck when he ran the woman, police said in a statement. The woman’s identity is being withheld pending notification of family members. Complete article
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP – A 61-year-old woman was seriously injured after being run over by a car in a Walmart parking lot Tuesday.
At 7:44 p.m. German Gomez-Sanchez, 22, of the Manahawkin section of the township, was driving through the parking lot in his Dodge Ram pickup truck when he ran the woman, police said in a statement. The woman’s identity is being withheld pending notification of family members. Complete article
Couple sought in purse snatching at Orange Park Walmart 10/24/2017
ORANGE PARK, Fla. - Deputies are looking for a couple suspected of snatching a senior's purse at an Orange Park store and then ramming another vehicle as they fled.
The incident happened at some point at the Walmart on Blanding Boulevard near Ridgewood Avenue, according to the Clay County Sheriff's Office. Deputies did not specify when.
Deputies said the couple, described by witnesses as white and possibly in their 20's, stole an elderly shopper's purse and then got into a blue Ford Ranger pickup with the Florida tag S348EM.
The pickup struck another shopper's vehicle as it peeled out of the store parking lot, deputies said. Complete article
ORANGE PARK, Fla. - Deputies are looking for a couple suspected of snatching a senior's purse at an Orange Park store and then ramming another vehicle as they fled.
The incident happened at some point at the Walmart on Blanding Boulevard near Ridgewood Avenue, according to the Clay County Sheriff's Office. Deputies did not specify when.
Deputies said the couple, described by witnesses as white and possibly in their 20's, stole an elderly shopper's purse and then got into a blue Ford Ranger pickup with the Florida tag S348EM.
The pickup struck another shopper's vehicle as it peeled out of the store parking lot, deputies said. Complete article
Suspects sought in Sylvester Ga. Walmart thefts 10/24/2017
Firefighters called to Fla. Walmart after reports of smoke in the store 10/25/2017
Aurora Colorado Crime Blotter: Attempted wardrobe overhaul unravels at Walmart 10/25/2017
Pornography suspect accused of filming child in Alabama Walmart bathroom, released on $5,000 bail 10/25/2017
Police: Man caught touching himself in parking lot of Joliet Ill. Walmart 10/25/2017
Man who was taking photos of women inside Oklahoma Walmart arrested after exposing himself in parking lot 10/25/2017
Arkansas tax incentives may be historic for new Wal-Mart headquarters 10/25/2017
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Wal-Mart Stores recently announced plans to build a new headquarters in Bentonville, meaning the world’s largest retailer will likely receive the largest tax incentive package in Arkansas history, reports Arkansas Talk Business & Politics.
Although no price tag has been set for the project by Wal-Mart officials, state economic development officials and site consultant experts agree the amount of tax incentives will largely depend on the total cost of such a development.
AEDC spokesman Jeff Moore would not comment specifically on possible tax breaks the state may offer Wal-Mart, but did say “any and all” incentives are available to expanding or relocating companies, granted they meet the qualifications. Complete article
Contractor Gets $110M For Wal-Mart Work 10/27/2017
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Wal-Mart Stores recently announced plans to build a new headquarters in Bentonville, meaning the world’s largest retailer will likely receive the largest tax incentive package in Arkansas history, reports Arkansas Talk Business & Politics.
Although no price tag has been set for the project by Wal-Mart officials, state economic development officials and site consultant experts agree the amount of tax incentives will largely depend on the total cost of such a development.
AEDC spokesman Jeff Moore would not comment specifically on possible tax breaks the state may offer Wal-Mart, but did say “any and all” incentives are available to expanding or relocating companies, granted they meet the qualifications. Complete article
Contractor Gets $110M For Wal-Mart Work 10/27/2017
Fired Walmart employee tantrum caught on camera in Southwest Florida 10/25/2017
FORT MYERS, Fla. - A terminated Walmart employee was caught on camera causing a scene and a mess at a Walmart in Fort Myers late Tuesday night.
Cell phone video shows the employee cursing and yelling as she walked through the store on Six Mile Cypress and Colonial Boulevard, followed by other employees trying to keep her contained until police officers arrived.
“I saw 2 liters busted all over the floor, there was bread loaves being thrown, the employee was punching holes in signs, throwing things all over the floor,” said Austin Sawyer, who witnessed the incident and caught it on video.
“I’ve never seen an employee freak out that way,” Sawyer said.
The incident now has customers wondering why Walmart didn't do more to quell the chaos. Complete article
Fired Walmart employee speaks out about her tantrum 10/26/2017
“I felt really disrespected. I felt out of place. I felt like they were antagonizing me,” she said.
That’s when she became frustrated.
“I was seeing red,” Terica said. “When I first saw the video, It kind of was embarrassing for me cause I’ve never really acted like that.”
Terica says the reason she acted out inside the store was because she felt disrespected by a coworker.
“She was literally telling me what to do. Like go here, do this, do that. It was really horrible. My third week there, I told them I know I’m new here and I shouldn't be having problems with anyone but I don’t like how she’s treating me when she’s talking to me.”
She claims that conflict was never addressed by her bosses.
“They told me to just get over it because their priority was to make sure the front end of the store was situated and that the customers felt welcome.”
FORT MYERS, Fla. - A terminated Walmart employee was caught on camera causing a scene and a mess at a Walmart in Fort Myers late Tuesday night.
Cell phone video shows the employee cursing and yelling as she walked through the store on Six Mile Cypress and Colonial Boulevard, followed by other employees trying to keep her contained until police officers arrived.
“I saw 2 liters busted all over the floor, there was bread loaves being thrown, the employee was punching holes in signs, throwing things all over the floor,” said Austin Sawyer, who witnessed the incident and caught it on video.
“I’ve never seen an employee freak out that way,” Sawyer said.
The incident now has customers wondering why Walmart didn't do more to quell the chaos. Complete article
Fired Walmart employee speaks out about her tantrum 10/26/2017
“I felt really disrespected. I felt out of place. I felt like they were antagonizing me,” she said.
That’s when she became frustrated.
“I was seeing red,” Terica said. “When I first saw the video, It kind of was embarrassing for me cause I’ve never really acted like that.”
Terica says the reason she acted out inside the store was because she felt disrespected by a coworker.
“She was literally telling me what to do. Like go here, do this, do that. It was really horrible. My third week there, I told them I know I’m new here and I shouldn't be having problems with anyone but I don’t like how she’s treating me when she’s talking to me.”
She claims that conflict was never addressed by her bosses.
“They told me to just get over it because their priority was to make sure the front end of the store was situated and that the customers felt welcome.”
Mother says Memphis Tenn. Walmart employee gave her 6-year-old a black eye 10/26/2017
MEMPHIS, Tenn. FOX13 News has learned a mother visiting from California claims her 6-year-old son was slapped by a Walmart cashier in Memphis.
The incident reportedly happened at their store at Winchester and Highway 385.
Dominique Lax said her son, Antonio, was slapped in the face and left with a black eye after a clerk in the automotive department got irritated with him Sunday.
The mother told us her son was watching cartoons on the TV in the automotive waiting room as she was waiting on a battery to be installed in her car.
Lax said moments later, the clerk took the remote from Antonio which made him upset. The mom said her six-year-old was agitated and bumped his shoulder into the clerk resulting in the clerk then slapping him in the face. Complete article
MEMPHIS, Tenn. FOX13 News has learned a mother visiting from California claims her 6-year-old son was slapped by a Walmart cashier in Memphis.
The incident reportedly happened at their store at Winchester and Highway 385.
Dominique Lax said her son, Antonio, was slapped in the face and left with a black eye after a clerk in the automotive department got irritated with him Sunday.
The mother told us her son was watching cartoons on the TV in the automotive waiting room as she was waiting on a battery to be installed in her car.
Lax said moments later, the clerk took the remote from Antonio which made him upset. The mom said her six-year-old was agitated and bumped his shoulder into the clerk resulting in the clerk then slapping him in the face. Complete article
Caught on camera: Suspects toss electronics out windows during wild pursuit after Wisc. Walmart theft 10/26/2017
HARTFORD -- For the first time, we're seeing video of a wild police chase from September in Washington County. After stealing from a Walmart store, the suspects began throwing items out the window. Hartford police spotted them moments after they took off from the Walmart store, and the pursuit was caught on camera.
After the theft, Walmart employees quickly dialed 911.
"It's fleeing right now. Going eastbound Highway 60," an employee told a dispatcher. Complete article
5 arrested in connection with Walmart theft in Wisconsin 10/27/2017
HARTFORD -- For the first time, we're seeing video of a wild police chase from September in Washington County. After stealing from a Walmart store, the suspects began throwing items out the window. Hartford police spotted them moments after they took off from the Walmart store, and the pursuit was caught on camera.
After the theft, Walmart employees quickly dialed 911.
"It's fleeing right now. Going eastbound Highway 60," an employee told a dispatcher. Complete article
5 arrested in connection with Walmart theft in Wisconsin 10/27/2017
Police looking for suspect who broke into Mich. Walmart Garden Center 10/25/2017
Lake Hallie calls for Wisc. Walmart lawsuit to be thrown out 10/25/2017
Shorewood Ill. Sweater Thief Was Banned From Walmart In 2016: Complaint 10/25/2017
Emergency officials: Authorities respond to North Charleston SC Walmart for drug incident 10/25/2017
Police search for two men who stole tires from Tx. Walmart 10/25/2017
EPD: Man sought for using stolen credit card at Elizabethton Tenn. Walmart 10/26/2017
Arkansas Police: Man hides Walmart merchandise in his pants, gets into fight before leaving store 10/26/2017
Phenix City Ga. police investigating beer thefts at Walmart 10/26/2017
Walmart on Belvedere Fla. evacuated due to fire 10/26/2017
No charges filed against Colorado Springs officer who shot and killed a Walmart shoplifter 10/26/2017
Police: Two women fight over Ill. Walmart parking space 10/26/2017
JOLIET – Two women were cited by police for allegedly getting into an argument over a parking spot at Walmart, authorities said.
On Wednesday evening, Yvonne M. Wilder, 33, of Joliet, and Elaine Hamilton, 31, of Bolingbrook, got into the dispute when Hamilton allegedly blocked a parking spot at the 2424 W. Jefferson St. Walmart, said Joliet Deputy Police Chief Ed Gregory.
Gregory said Wilder became alarmed when she was reportedly approached and yelled at by Hamilton at the parking spot. Hamilton allegedly pulled out her cellphone and recorded a video of Wilder until Wilder allegedly grabbed it away from Hamilton and threw it on the ground.
Wilder claimed to the police that she threw the cellphone down to get Hamilton away from her, according to police. Complete article
JOLIET – Two women were cited by police for allegedly getting into an argument over a parking spot at Walmart, authorities said.
On Wednesday evening, Yvonne M. Wilder, 33, of Joliet, and Elaine Hamilton, 31, of Bolingbrook, got into the dispute when Hamilton allegedly blocked a parking spot at the 2424 W. Jefferson St. Walmart, said Joliet Deputy Police Chief Ed Gregory.
Gregory said Wilder became alarmed when she was reportedly approached and yelled at by Hamilton at the parking spot. Hamilton allegedly pulled out her cellphone and recorded a video of Wilder until Wilder allegedly grabbed it away from Hamilton and threw it on the ground.
Wilder claimed to the police that she threw the cellphone down to get Hamilton away from her, according to police. Complete article
Walmart rolls out new shelf-scanning robots 10/26/2017
CHICAGO • Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is rolling out shelf-scanning robots in more than 50 U.S. stores to replenish inventory faster and save employees time when products run out.
The approximately 2-foot robots come with a tower that is fitted with cameras that scan aisles to check stock and identify missing and misplaced items, incorrect prices and mislabeling. The robots pass data to store employees, who then stock the shelves and fix errors.
Out-of-stock items are a big problem for retailers since they miss out on sales every time a shopper cannot find a product on store shelves. Complete article
CHICAGO • Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is rolling out shelf-scanning robots in more than 50 U.S. stores to replenish inventory faster and save employees time when products run out.
The approximately 2-foot robots come with a tower that is fitted with cameras that scan aisles to check stock and identify missing and misplaced items, incorrect prices and mislabeling. The robots pass data to store employees, who then stock the shelves and fix errors.
Out-of-stock items are a big problem for retailers since they miss out on sales every time a shopper cannot find a product on store shelves. Complete article
Now ex-BRMC employee charged with theft from Tenn. Walmart Sept. shooting victim 10/27/2017
Canada Walmart says it has reduced food waste by 20% since CBC investigation 10/2/2017
Man, 35, arrested for stealing $9,000 in cell phones from BRF Wisc. Walmart 10/26/2017
Tip leads to arrest of suspected serial burglar at Salem Oregon Walmart 10/26/2017
Ohio Walmart cleared after bomb scare 10/27/2017
Parking lot road rage: Driver threatened with gun at Fla. Walmart 10/27/2017
ORLANDO, Fla. - A man is being charged with aggravated assault after an apparent road-rage incident at an Orlando Walmart.
Deputies said the victim told them Glenn Austin, 55, threatened him after he cut him off.
The victim told investigators he asked Austin, "Do you have a problem?"
Detectives said Austin responded by pulling up his pant leg, pointing to a gun holster and asked the victim, "Do you want to die today?" Complete article
ORLANDO, Fla. - A man is being charged with aggravated assault after an apparent road-rage incident at an Orlando Walmart.
Deputies said the victim told them Glenn Austin, 55, threatened him after he cut him off.
The victim told investigators he asked Austin, "Do you have a problem?"
Detectives said Austin responded by pulling up his pant leg, pointing to a gun holster and asked the victim, "Do you want to die today?" Complete article
Shoplifter Takes Items From Ind. Walmart, Headbutts Officer 10/26/2017
(Aurora, Ind.) – A woman accused of stealing items from Walmart picked up additional charges after allegedly headbutting a female officer.
Aurora Police responded to the Walmart Supercenter off Sycamore Estates Drive on October 20th for a reported theft.
Police were advised that a female with blonde hair, medium build, and wearing a black and white dress had stolen merchandise including DVD’s and air duster. Complete article
(Aurora, Ind.) – A woman accused of stealing items from Walmart picked up additional charges after allegedly headbutting a female officer.
Aurora Police responded to the Walmart Supercenter off Sycamore Estates Drive on October 20th for a reported theft.
Police were advised that a female with blonde hair, medium build, and wearing a black and white dress had stolen merchandise including DVD’s and air duster. Complete article
1 dead, 1 in custody after officer-involved shooting in Fairhope Alabama after high speed chase that began at Walmart 10/26/2017
FAIRHOPE, AL (WALA) - UPDATE: The suspects in Fairhope's officer-involved shooting were named Friday at a news conference conducted by Baldwin County Sheriff Huey "Hoss" Mack and other officials.
They are Saunders Surber, who is deceased, and Jesse Harris of Martinsville, Virginia.
Surber was wanted for armed robbery in Virginia.
The sheriff said Surber was shot and killed by three officers after emerging from his vehicle with a shotgun following a high-speed chase. Harris was held on drug charges. ....
Investigators say there was a police pursuit that started at the Fairhope Walmart store on Baldwin County Road 48 and ended in a residential neighborhood at Fairhope Avenue and County Road 13. According to Baldwin County District Attorney Bob Wilters, police were called to the Walmart for reports of "suspicious activity," around 4:30 p.m. but before police got there, a car was stolen.
Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack says two suspects were reportedly looking into a vehicle in the Walmart parking lot. It was stolen before Fairhope Police could get there. When the vehicle was spotted, a chase ensued. The vehicle wrecked and one suspect was taken into custody and the other ran into nearby woods. Complete article
FAIRHOPE, AL (WALA) - UPDATE: The suspects in Fairhope's officer-involved shooting were named Friday at a news conference conducted by Baldwin County Sheriff Huey "Hoss" Mack and other officials.
They are Saunders Surber, who is deceased, and Jesse Harris of Martinsville, Virginia.
Surber was wanted for armed robbery in Virginia.
The sheriff said Surber was shot and killed by three officers after emerging from his vehicle with a shotgun following a high-speed chase. Harris was held on drug charges. ....
Investigators say there was a police pursuit that started at the Fairhope Walmart store on Baldwin County Road 48 and ended in a residential neighborhood at Fairhope Avenue and County Road 13. According to Baldwin County District Attorney Bob Wilters, police were called to the Walmart for reports of "suspicious activity," around 4:30 p.m. but before police got there, a car was stolen.
Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack says two suspects were reportedly looking into a vehicle in the Walmart parking lot. It was stolen before Fairhope Police could get there. When the vehicle was spotted, a chase ensued. The vehicle wrecked and one suspect was taken into custody and the other ran into nearby woods. Complete article
Man wanted for assaulting Chesterfield Va. Walmart worker 10/27/2017
Ozarks man who trailed woman while masturbating in a Missouri Walmart has history of the offense 10/27/2017
Police: Ill. Walmart employee stole $720 from cash drawer 10/27/2017
Two men in custody for credit card fraud at Wallingford Conn. Walmart 10/27/2017
Two men charged after police find mobile meth lab in pickup truck at Ohio Walmart 10/27/2017
Two men arrested in Ca. Walmart parking lot early Friday morning 10/27/2017
UPDATE: Deputies credit WV Walmart employee for alerting them to possible shooting 10/27/2017
PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Sheriff's deputies credit an alert Walmart employee with stopping a potential shooting at a workplace.
According to court documents, the man tried to buy ammunition around 5:30 a.m. Friday. Michael Kroll was arrested a little while later at the Toyota Manufacturing plant in Putnam County where he works.
Investigators are thankful they were tipped off before anything could happen.
A few hours later during his arraignment, Kroll seemed defeated.
"I ain’t got a job,” he told the magistrate. “I ain't worth nothing to nobody, ain't going to bail me out."
Investigators said Kroll started Friday morning at the Nitro Walmart, trying to buy ammunition for three different guns including an AR-15. When he couldn't because his payroll check wouldn't clear, he allegedly threatened Toyota, saying he would ‘tear it off the frame.’ Complete article
PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Sheriff's deputies credit an alert Walmart employee with stopping a potential shooting at a workplace.
According to court documents, the man tried to buy ammunition around 5:30 a.m. Friday. Michael Kroll was arrested a little while later at the Toyota Manufacturing plant in Putnam County where he works.
Investigators are thankful they were tipped off before anything could happen.
A few hours later during his arraignment, Kroll seemed defeated.
"I ain’t got a job,” he told the magistrate. “I ain't worth nothing to nobody, ain't going to bail me out."
Investigators said Kroll started Friday morning at the Nitro Walmart, trying to buy ammunition for three different guns including an AR-15. When he couldn't because his payroll check wouldn't clear, he allegedly threatened Toyota, saying he would ‘tear it off the frame.’ Complete article
Crews evacuate Walmart Store in Rogers Arkansas 10/28/2017
Ohio Walmart theft suspects lead police on pursuit 10/29/2017
ENGLEWOOD Two theft suspects led Englewood police on a chase today after they were spotted leaving the Walmart on Hoke Road this morning.
The chase started around 10:30 a.m. and ended when the two suspects crashed through a fence on Harrisburg Road, Englewood police Sgt. Mike Lang said.
One of the two suspects was taken to the hospital and the other was immediately taken to the Montgomery County Jail, Lang said. Complete article
ENGLEWOOD Two theft suspects led Englewood police on a chase today after they were spotted leaving the Walmart on Hoke Road this morning.
The chase started around 10:30 a.m. and ended when the two suspects crashed through a fence on Harrisburg Road, Englewood police Sgt. Mike Lang said.
One of the two suspects was taken to the hospital and the other was immediately taken to the Montgomery County Jail, Lang said. Complete article
Police investigate shooting at Austintown Ohio Walmart 10/30/2017
AUSTINTOWN TWP., Ohio - Police are investigating a shooting at the Austintown Walmart.
Police and rescue crews were sent to the store shortly before 8 o'clock this morning where one person was shot outside of the building.
The circumstances surround the shooting, as well as the name or condition of the victim is not known at this time.
Crime scene tape was stretched around a portion of the parking lot where officers marked locations of shell casings. Complete article
AUSTINTOWN TWP., Ohio - Police are investigating a shooting at the Austintown Walmart.
Police and rescue crews were sent to the store shortly before 8 o'clock this morning where one person was shot outside of the building.
The circumstances surround the shooting, as well as the name or condition of the victim is not known at this time.
Crime scene tape was stretched around a portion of the parking lot where officers marked locations of shell casings. Complete article
Why are some police departments helping Walmart with their public relations mentioning the declines in calls but not the sharp increases of that the declines are becasue they stop reporting them?
Arlington Tx. Police, Walmart Gain International Attention for Shoplifting Program 10/29/2017
As Assistant Police Chief over Arlington PD's field operations, it's Kevin Kolbye's job to take a big picture look at the problems plaguing the community and come up with new strategies to eliminate them.
Back in 2015, he noticed his officers were spending a lot of time responding to calls at big retailers like Walmart.
"When we started looking at crime drivers in Arlington, a lot of it was shoplifting and thefts," said Kolbye. ......
“We’re encouraged by a 35% reduction in calls to law enforcement agencies nationwide, on average, since we began implementing Restorative Justice and other crime deterrence programs. We’ll continue our outreach to law enforcement across the country as part of our ongoing commitment to meet our customers’ and associates’ expectations of a safe and enjoyable shopping experience.” Complete article
Not all police departments are as optimistic about this program as this one seems to be and they often tell a different story before meeting with Walmart executives or people from the political establishment. As I pointed out in Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime it's not hard to find more reliable information as long as people don't rely on traditional media.
Arlington Tx. Police, Walmart Gain International Attention for Shoplifting Program 10/29/2017
As Assistant Police Chief over Arlington PD's field operations, it's Kevin Kolbye's job to take a big picture look at the problems plaguing the community and come up with new strategies to eliminate them.
Back in 2015, he noticed his officers were spending a lot of time responding to calls at big retailers like Walmart.
"When we started looking at crime drivers in Arlington, a lot of it was shoplifting and thefts," said Kolbye. ......
“We’re encouraged by a 35% reduction in calls to law enforcement agencies nationwide, on average, since we began implementing Restorative Justice and other crime deterrence programs. We’ll continue our outreach to law enforcement across the country as part of our ongoing commitment to meet our customers’ and associates’ expectations of a safe and enjoyable shopping experience.” Complete article
Not all police departments are as optimistic about this program as this one seems to be and they often tell a different story before meeting with Walmart executives or people from the political establishment. As I pointed out in Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime it's not hard to find more reliable information as long as people don't rely on traditional media.
Restorative Justice for Shoplifting? A Court Calls It Extortion 10/30/2017
A company’s program, used by Walmart and others, bypasses the cops. By Jessica Pishko
The shoplifter was caught red-handed at the California Walmart and taken to a back room by a store employee. Until recently, the next step might have been a call to the police, but, instead, the shoplifter was offered another option.
He was shown a short video about how terrible a criminal record would be. He was told that if he confessed to his crime and agreed to participate in a privately run diversion program—six hours of online behavior therapy—he could avoid arrest, a fine or worse. The cost was $400. The shoplifter would be billed. He signed up.
Later, it turned out, he didn’t have the money, not even the $50 minimum installment required to keep his case out of court. And while eventually he did end up in court, it was not as a defendant but as evidence in a 2015 suit brought by the San Francisco City Attorney, who asserted that the tactics used by the company, Corrective Education Company, were illegal. In fact, the City Attorney, Dennis Herrera, equated CEC’s business model with “a Hobson’s choice, which is really no choice at all.”
“This company has set up a private, pseudo-justice system that is based on profit,” he said, calling the program “textbook extortion.”
A Superior Court judge in San Francisco agreed.
In a ruling in mid-August, Judge Harold Kahn, barred CEC from operating in California, where the company has about 20 percent of its business. Complete article
A company’s program, used by Walmart and others, bypasses the cops. By Jessica Pishko
The shoplifter was caught red-handed at the California Walmart and taken to a back room by a store employee. Until recently, the next step might have been a call to the police, but, instead, the shoplifter was offered another option.
He was shown a short video about how terrible a criminal record would be. He was told that if he confessed to his crime and agreed to participate in a privately run diversion program—six hours of online behavior therapy—he could avoid arrest, a fine or worse. The cost was $400. The shoplifter would be billed. He signed up.
Later, it turned out, he didn’t have the money, not even the $50 minimum installment required to keep his case out of court. And while eventually he did end up in court, it was not as a defendant but as evidence in a 2015 suit brought by the San Francisco City Attorney, who asserted that the tactics used by the company, Corrective Education Company, were illegal. In fact, the City Attorney, Dennis Herrera, equated CEC’s business model with “a Hobson’s choice, which is really no choice at all.”
“This company has set up a private, pseudo-justice system that is based on profit,” he said, calling the program “textbook extortion.”
A Superior Court judge in San Francisco agreed.
In a ruling in mid-August, Judge Harold Kahn, barred CEC from operating in California, where the company has about 20 percent of its business. Complete article
Police Respond to Reports of Gunman at Garden Grove Ca. Walmart; No Shooter Found 10/29/2017
Customers and employees inside a Garden Grove Walmart feared there was shooter in the building Sunday evening but police didn't find a gunman once they responded to the scene, the Garden Grove Police Department said.
The call about a possible shooter came in at about 5:46 p.m and police saw customers and employees rushing out of the store once they arrived, Lt. Jeff Nightengale said. The incident occurred in the 11800 block of Gilbert Street, police said.
A gunman or weapon was never found, police said, but witnesses told KTLA store managers warned others in the building of a possible active shooter. Police said some in the store bunkered down for cover.
There was an "verbal confrontation" between two men in the store's parking lot earlier in the evening, police later said in a news release. Complete article
Customers and employees inside a Garden Grove Walmart feared there was shooter in the building Sunday evening but police didn't find a gunman once they responded to the scene, the Garden Grove Police Department said.
The call about a possible shooter came in at about 5:46 p.m and police saw customers and employees rushing out of the store once they arrived, Lt. Jeff Nightengale said. The incident occurred in the 11800 block of Gilbert Street, police said.
A gunman or weapon was never found, police said, but witnesses told KTLA store managers warned others in the building of a possible active shooter. Police said some in the store bunkered down for cover.
There was an "verbal confrontation" between two men in the store's parking lot earlier in the evening, police later said in a news release. Complete article
Man eats donuts in Pa. Walmart, says Sam Walton owes him $50 10/31/2017
A man refused to leave a Berks County Walmart store after causing a disturbance, saying Sam Walton owed him $50.
Gary Hoffman, 69, of Bernville, was accused of kicking a shelf and knocking over a display early Monday.
He was repeatedly asked to leave but refused, drinking apply cider, eating Ritz crackers and some chocolate donuts, state police in Hamburg said.
Hoffman had no money to pay for the items, and said he wasn't going to pay, because the late Walmart founder owed him $50. Complete article
A man refused to leave a Berks County Walmart store after causing a disturbance, saying Sam Walton owed him $50.
Gary Hoffman, 69, of Bernville, was accused of kicking a shelf and knocking over a display early Monday.
He was repeatedly asked to leave but refused, drinking apply cider, eating Ritz crackers and some chocolate donuts, state police in Hamburg said.
Hoffman had no money to pay for the items, and said he wasn't going to pay, because the late Walmart founder owed him $50. Complete article
Man Stabbed in Tx. Walmart Parking lot 10/28/2017
CORPUS CHRISTI (KIII NEWS) - A 48-year old man suffered stab wounds early Saturday morning, a little after 10 a.m. in the 6100 block of Saratoga. The victim was said to be an acquaintance of the suspect, and was stabbed after and argument ensued.
The victim suffered severe stab wounds, but non life threatening and was transported to Spohn Shoreline. The suspect was apprehended by Corpus Christi Police and is currently in custody.
A CCPD officer at the scene claimed the suspect should be receiving an assault with a deadly weapon charge. Complete article
CORPUS CHRISTI (KIII NEWS) - A 48-year old man suffered stab wounds early Saturday morning, a little after 10 a.m. in the 6100 block of Saratoga. The victim was said to be an acquaintance of the suspect, and was stabbed after and argument ensued.
The victim suffered severe stab wounds, but non life threatening and was transported to Spohn Shoreline. The suspect was apprehended by Corpus Christi Police and is currently in custody.
A CCPD officer at the scene claimed the suspect should be receiving an assault with a deadly weapon charge. Complete article
21-year-old gives birth at Monroe Mich. Walmart Friday 10/29/2017
Police investigate attempted child abduction at Mahoning Pa. Walmart 10/29/2017
Theft at Brown Deer Wisc. Walmart leads to chase, search in Milwaukee 10/29/2017
Man Stole 2 iPads From Commack NY Walmart: Police 10/30/2017
Police look for suspects in Ga. Walmart phone and wallet theft 10/30/2017
She stole wallets out of purses in Grapevine Tx., then headed to Wal-Mart 10/30/2017
Police say drugs, gun found inside car with trapped dog in Ga. Walmart parking lot 10/30/2017
Unconscious woman, baby found parked in car in Fla. Walmart parking lot 10/30/2017
Shots Fired At Whitesburg Ky. Walmart 10/30/2017
WHITESBURG, Ky (EKB News) Police in Whitesburg are investigating after shots were fired in the parking lot of the Whitesburg Walmart, EKB reports.
Police say that a verbal altercation happened Monday between two men. Police Chief Tyrone Fields told EKB News that one of the men got a handgun from his vehicle and fired it at the other man. The alleged target was not hit and no one else was injured.
Officers are working to identify the alleged shooter and charges will be filed. Complete article
WHITESBURG, Ky (EKB News) Police in Whitesburg are investigating after shots were fired in the parking lot of the Whitesburg Walmart, EKB reports.
Police say that a verbal altercation happened Monday between two men. Police Chief Tyrone Fields told EKB News that one of the men got a handgun from his vehicle and fired it at the other man. The alleged target was not hit and no one else was injured.
Officers are working to identify the alleged shooter and charges will be filed. Complete article
Walmart to expand self-scanning robot test to 50 stores: “A tool to help our associates” 10/29/2017
More robots may be coming to a Walmart near you.
For the past three years, the company has been testing shelf-scanning robots in some stores in Arkansas, Pennsylvania and California. The machines, which move up and down aisles, look for out-of-stock items and products that are mislabeled or incorrectly priced. They then flag these issues to store workers.
On Thursday, Walmart said it will expand the test to 50 stores. The bots are set to arrive in places like El Paso, Jacksonville and Fort Worth by the end of January. Complete article
More robots may be coming to a Walmart near you.
For the past three years, the company has been testing shelf-scanning robots in some stores in Arkansas, Pennsylvania and California. The machines, which move up and down aisles, look for out-of-stock items and products that are mislabeled or incorrectly priced. They then flag these issues to store workers.
On Thursday, Walmart said it will expand the test to 50 stores. The bots are set to arrive in places like El Paso, Jacksonville and Fort Worth by the end of January. Complete article
Walmart Shoppers Stop Theft Suspect From Leaving Sand Springs Okla. Store 10/30/2017
SAND SPRINGS, Oklahoma - Shoppers at Sand Springs Walmart stopped a man police say tried to steal over $1,000 in merchandise. Quentin Fowler III was arrested Sunday, October 29 for grand larceny from a retailer.
The manager of the Walmart on Highway 97 at the Sand Springs Expressway told police Fowler pushed a cart filled with items out the door without paying.
A greeter tried to stop Fowler but the 23-year-old man pushed pass them, she said. Police said two customers stopped Fowler from leaving until officers could arrive. Complete article
SAND SPRINGS, Oklahoma - Shoppers at Sand Springs Walmart stopped a man police say tried to steal over $1,000 in merchandise. Quentin Fowler III was arrested Sunday, October 29 for grand larceny from a retailer.
The manager of the Walmart on Highway 97 at the Sand Springs Expressway told police Fowler pushed a cart filled with items out the door without paying.
A greeter tried to stop Fowler but the 23-year-old man pushed pass them, she said. Police said two customers stopped Fowler from leaving until officers could arrive. Complete article
Woman says man 'exposed' himself to her at east Charlotte NC Walmart 10/30/2017
Centralia man suspected of burglary at Woodland Wash. Walmart 10/31/2017
Thomasville Police search for suspect in Ga. Walmart theft 10/30/2017
Do you know these Springettsbury Pa. Township Walmart theft suspects? 10/29/2017
Conway SC police search for Walmart restroom ‘peeping tom’ 10/31/2017
Walmart employee fired after allegedly locking co-worker in freezer at Elgin Ill. store 10/31/2017
ELGIN, Ill. (WLS) -- A Walmart employee in the northwest suburbs was fired after being accused of locking a fellow employee in a freezer this weekend as part of an apparent prank.
Still shaken, Dymond Moore, 21, has been staying with her mother for the past couple days.
Moore, who works at the Walmart in Elgin, was about an hour and half into her shift Sunday morning, putting some grocery items in a walk-in freezer, when she says a co-worker locked her in it.
"He saw me in the freezer, when I bring my cart in, I always leave the door wide open," Moore said. "We made eye contact and he shut the door. As soon as he shut the door, the lights went out." Complete article
ELGIN, Ill. (WLS) -- A Walmart employee in the northwest suburbs was fired after being accused of locking a fellow employee in a freezer this weekend as part of an apparent prank.
Still shaken, Dymond Moore, 21, has been staying with her mother for the past couple days.
Moore, who works at the Walmart in Elgin, was about an hour and half into her shift Sunday morning, putting some grocery items in a walk-in freezer, when she says a co-worker locked her in it.
"He saw me in the freezer, when I bring my cart in, I always leave the door wide open," Moore said. "We made eye contact and he shut the door. As soon as he shut the door, the lights went out." Complete article
Inside Walmart’s advertising blitz 10/30/2017
Calling all brand marketers: We’re opening up a few more complimentary spots to join the Digiday Marketing Summit in the Bahamas in December. Interested? Apply here.
Walmart is making a push to grow its advertising by positioning itself as a media platform.
Walmart’s pitch is that it controls transaction data from customers, which can help brands retarget consumers off Walmart.com, according to executives familiar with the matter. The big differentiator being pitched is Walmart’s brick-and-mortar locations — fulfilling a big promise of retail media that it can connect online with offline. And Walmart is making it count, trumpeting its combination of scale and offline data as a differentiator from Amazon. It’s doing that via more meetings with buyers, as well as at learning sessions and summits it’s holding with brands and agencies. Complete article
Calling all brand marketers: We’re opening up a few more complimentary spots to join the Digiday Marketing Summit in the Bahamas in December. Interested? Apply here.
Walmart is making a push to grow its advertising by positioning itself as a media platform.
Walmart’s pitch is that it controls transaction data from customers, which can help brands retarget consumers off Walmart.com, according to executives familiar with the matter. The big differentiator being pitched is Walmart’s brick-and-mortar locations — fulfilling a big promise of retail media that it can connect online with offline. And Walmart is making it count, trumpeting its combination of scale and offline data as a differentiator from Amazon. It’s doing that via more meetings with buyers, as well as at learning sessions and summits it’s holding with brands and agencies. Complete article
Iowa Walmart employee accused of stealing $6,500 10/31/2017
Toy story: Walmart's Buy American push adding jobs at Olive Branch toymaker 10/31/2017
Newark man gets 90 days for hitting, killing woman in Ohio Walmart parking lot 10/31/2017
No card hacking at Hutchinson Minn. Walmart 10/31/2017
Man shoplifts approximately $1,700 worth of merchandise from Evans Ga. Walmart 10/31/2017
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